Four excited senior ladies set out on a road trip with their assigned non binary driver on a one day adventure to "the spectacular spa." During the trip we learn all about the contributions they have made to society during their lifetimes. But is the spa really going to be as spectacular as the brochure says?
Keywords: Health crisis, Ageism, seniors
Workshopped by Sault Theatre Workshop, October 2023. Produced in Sault Ste. Marie ON, 2024.
Genre: Dark Comedy
Run time: 25 minutes
Content notes: A black comedy. The ending is a shock but very thought provoking.
Cast size: 5 actors
Female roles: 4
Non-Binary roles: 1
Casting note: 4 female seniors (any ethnicity) ranging from 68 to 83 years old plus one non binary driver 20 to 40 years old.
"This play keeps us captivated and charmed by the women throughout and their interactions are believable and delightful."
- Robvin Waples, The Sault Star