The Last Resort

The play is set in the foyer of a retirement village complex. The residents are all active middle aged people who enjoy a busy social life. They are planning a concert to raise funds for a week away on a bus trip for some sightseeing and a little gambling at the Casino.

Vanessa Sanders has booked her mother, Silvie, in to the village for three weeks respite. Silvie doesn’t want to be there. She is convinced that her children are trying to get rid of her.Harry the bus driver, recognises Silvie as a classmate from high school days, things begin to improve for Silvie. Eddie, one of the residents invites her to be part of the concert. Harriet, Eddie’s wife, is jealous of the newcomer and tries to make things difficult for her.

The preparations for the proposed bus trip are brought to an abrupt halt when the village’s ancient tour bus breaks down. Jenny, the receptionist tells them that the management of the village have declined to spend any more money on the vehicle. The residents, mostly pensioners, pool their resources to save the old bus, and complete their planned trip. A jumble sale, a raffle as well as the concert, are arranged to raise funds for repairs to the bus.

Three weeks later, the day of the concert, Vanessa returns for her mother. She is amazed at the change in Silvie, and even more concerned about her mothers plans for the future.

Cast

3 male, 7 female

Perusal Material

Download first 6 pages in PDF here

Licensing

Code C

What they said.

Jan 11th 2005

I am a member of the Dramus Theatre Co in Hamilton Victoria and we have just finished a run of The Last Resort which was an absolute smash hit. Every night was a full house!

All feedback was great with many who had never been to any of our productions saying they loved it and would be back next time. I played Sylvie and I had a ball, just loved playing her. Last year we did Opportunity Knocks which was also a hit.

Lyn Hodkinson Dramus Theatre Co Hamilton.

Bundaberg Amateur Theatrical Soc Qld "BATS" April 2005

The Last Resort was thoroughly enjoyed by cast and audiences alike, at all venues.
The simple set made it ideal for touring, and our audiences are still talking and laughing about it!!

Performed at Woodgate, Bundaberg, and Moore Park

 

Dramus Theatre Inc Hamilton Vic July 2005.

The Last Resort was a great success!
Noted by the audiences as by far the funniest yet! Keep up the good work!

Performed at Heywood, Edenhope and Digby Hall Hamilton.