Lost in Words

Lost in Words by Jim Knable

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Productions (3)
Comedy/Drama
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35 - 40 minutes
3 W, 2 M,  (5-13 actors possible: 3-7 W, 2-6 M)
Set: Simple, non-literal set.

Fifteen-year-old Sylvia, newly arrived in the United States from Mexico with her mother, dreams of becoming a doctor. But dreams rarely come easy, especially when you've just been plunged into a new culture and your parents believe fiercely that family always comes first. With the help of a generous ESL teacher, her lovable aunt, and a Cambodian classmate with a dream of his own, Sylvia learns that hard work can take you almost anywhere. This moving journey explores themes of balancing independence with family and features original songs.

Pricing Information

Min. Performance Fee* $55
Standard Edition $11.99
Stage Manager Edition $24.99

*The per performance fee begins at $55. Your per performance fee will be provided during the ordering process.

Play Details

Fifteen-year-old Sylvia, newly arrived in the United States from Mexico with her mother, dreams of becoming a doctor. But dreams rarely come easy, especially when you've just been plunged into a new culture and your parents believe fiercely that family always comes first. With the help of a generous ESL teacher, her lovable aunt, and a Cambodian classmate with a dream of his own, Sylvia learns that hard work can take you almost anywhere. This moving journey explores themes of balancing independence with family and features original songs.

  • Comedy/Drama
  • |
  • 35 - 40 minutes
  • 3 W, 2 M,  (5-13 actors possible: 3-7 W, 2-6 M)
  • Set: Simple, non-literal set.
  • Standard Edition ISBN: 978-1-62384-625-1

Production History

MAR 15, 2017 - APR 15, 2017
Martin Luther King Jr Middle
Charlotte, NC United States
Martin Luther King Jr Middle Charlotte, NC United States
MAR 08, 2017 - MAR 10, 2017
Brown Middle School
El Paso, TX United States
Brown Middle School El Paso, TX United States
OCT 29, 2005 - NOV 15, 2006
Playwrights Project
San Diego, CA United States
Playwrights Project San Diego, CA United States
No upcoming productions.
OCT 29, 2005 - NOV 15, 2006
Playwrights Project
San Diego, CA United States
Playwrights Project San Diego, CA United States