GALLOWS FALLS
by Braddon Mendelson
Professor Greg Waverman and his love interest, doctoral candidate Annie Talon, spend the winter in an 1820s-era cabin in Gallows Falls, Vermont, for the purpose of debunking centuries-old ghost stories connected to the property. Their skepticism dissipates, however, as embodied spirits reenact scenes right before their eyes, pulling the couple into their narratives. The Marquis de Lafayette, hero of the American Revolution, attempts to repatriate buried gold, while a romantic tryst turns deadly, and the exoneration of an executed woman hangs in the balance. Historical events intertwine with supernatural mischief, as Greg and Annie learn the truth about the house.
- Cast Size: 5M 3F
- Running Time: 90+ minutes
- Royalty Rate: $75 per performance
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About the Playwright
Braddon Mendelson is the author of numerous original full-length plays, including “Rembrandt Perfected,” which was awarded Best New Play in 2022 at the Long Beach Playhouse New Works Festival. He directed its world premiere at The MAIN in Los Angeles, in January 2023. His other works include “Provenance,” a story about an 18th-century French game table imbued with the essences of its owners through the ages; “Gallows Falls,” a ghost story set in Vermont, which was a finalist in the 2023 Vintage Theatre New Works Festival; and “Resisted Living,” a comedy about aging parents, their children, and some very questionable choices.
An alumnus of California State University, Northridge, and the prestigious Warner Brothers Writers Workshop, Braddon has one son and resides with his wife in Stevenson Ranch, California.
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