Sonny's House of Spies

Sonny's House of Spies adapted by Alec Volz

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Productions (1)
Comedy/Drama
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100 - 120 minutes
7 W, 10 M,  (15-17 actors possible: 6-7 W, 9-10 M)
Content Notes: Mild adult language
Set: Simple: anything from folding chairs to a unit set.

Haunted by the memory of his father leaving, thirteen-year-old Sonny sets off one summer determined to bring him back. When he returns home empty-handed, he continues work at his uncle's donut shop -- only to begin hearing from his father for the first time in years. Set in small-town Alabama in 1954, this evocative memory play follows Sonny as he uncovers family secrets and navigates the funny and sad realities of growing up.

Pricing Information

Min. Performance Fee* $85
Standard Edition $13.99
Stage Manager Edition $24.99
Archival Video License $150

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Play Details

Haunted by the memory of his father leaving, thirteen-year-old Sonny sets off one summer determined to bring him back. When he returns home empty-handed, he continues work at his uncle's donut shop -- only to begin hearing from his father for the first time in years. Set in small-town Alabama in 1954, this evocative memory play follows Sonny as he uncovers family secrets and navigates the funny and sad realities of growing up.

  • Comedy/Drama
  • |
  • 100 - 120 minutes
  • 7 W, 10 M,  (15-17 actors possible: 6-7 W, 9-10 M)
  • Content Notes: Mild adult language
  • Set: Simple: anything from folding chairs to a unit set.
  • Standard Edition ISBN: 978-1-62384-623-7

Published Reviews

"Alec Volz's interpretation of the book is perfect for young actors... This is a perplexing story that will make you laugh while you question the secrets in your life."

Deborah Ward, Theatre Louisville

Production History

MAR 01, 2007 - MAR 10, 2007
Walden Theatre
Louisville, KY United States
Walden Theatre Louisville, KY United States
No upcoming productions.
No professional productions.