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Red-Handed Otter

Full-Length Play, Dramatic Comedy  /  2w, 3m

Not long ago, Paul had a girlfriend, a cat, and few complaints. Now? Well, at least he’s got his health.

  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    2w, 3m
  • Duration
    Duration
    90 minutes
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Romantic Comedy
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult

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Summary
Not long ago, Paul had a girlfriend, a cat, and few complaints. Now? Well, at least he’s got his health. In between shifts at their security guard posts, Paul’s work buddies try to cheer him up. But you know what they say about the best intentions… In this quirky comedy, Paul’s friends’ awkward (and hilarious) attempts to console him prove that some comforts only come on four legs.

History

Red-Handed Otter premiered with Playwright's Realm in New York City in September 2012 under the direction of Mike Donahue.

Cast Attributes
DONALD - mid 20s
PAUL - early 40s
ESTELLE - early 40s
ANGELA - early 30s
RANDY - mid 40s
  • Time Period Contemporary
  • Setting The security guard's post in a big, cold building.
  • Features Contemporary Costumes / Street Clothes
  • Additional Features No intermission
  • Duration 90 minutes
  • Cautions
    • Alcohol
    • Strong Language

Media

"Wonderfully quirky and surprisingly profound." - Chicago Sun Times

"Ethan Lipton is a magic maker who’s mastered the art of intertwining characters [...] They come together or fall apart as naturally as any rival representations from real life. The hilarious anecdotes they share, the love they can’t, their reflexive wariness and unforced kindness – these ring right in 90 credible minutes." - Stage and Cinema Chicago

"Ethan Lipton clearly understands the dark side of warm and fuzzy, masterfully and humorously using bizarre pet stories to get to the heart of his characters’ emotional obliviousness."- The New Yorker

Videos

  • Red-Handed Otter trailer at Playwrights Realm youtube thumbnail

    Red-Handed Otter trailer at Playwrights Realm

  • Ethan Lipton and Director Dado on Red-Handed Otter at A Red Orchid Theatre youtube thumbnail

    Ethan Lipton and Director Dado on Red-Handed Otter at A Red Orchid Theatre

Licensing & Materials

  • Minimum Fee: £55 per performance plus VAT when applicable.

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Authors

Ethan Lipton

Ethan Lipton is a Brooklyn-based playwright and songwriter. Produced plays include Tumacho, Red-Handed Otter, Luther, Goodby April Hello May, 100 Aspects of the Moon and Meat. His musicals No Place to Go (Obie Award) and The Outer Space (Lortel nom.) were produced by the Publ ...
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