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The Hope and Heartache Diner

by Lindsay Price Canadian Author

Diners are a special place. You can get your coffee, fall in love, and find light when the world is dark. Duke’s is a family business - four generations strong.

Felix wants one last hurrah before leaving for college. She’s doing the full run - open to close - just like her grandpa did when he was a teenager. But why? Everyone knows Felix can barely wipe tables. Why is she trying so hard to connect? And what happens when Felix’s parents announce they’re selling the diner?

A wonderful character piece with parts for everyone.

Average Producer Rating: 5.0 out of 5

Also available in a one-act version here.

Recommended for High Schools

At a Glance

Running Time
About 70 minutes
Approximate; excludes intermissions and scene changes
Cast
16 Characters
6 M7 F3 Any Gender
Set
Unit set
Length
66 pages
Free Excerpt

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Prop List

bell, frying pan, duffle bag, cup, dollar, sweater, hat, dishtowel, knife, apron, jacket, pie plate, small piece of paper, pen and pad, carafe of coffee

Praise for The Hope and Heartache Diner

5 out of 5 stars
Brandy Brewer
Brookland High School
Absolutely loved this show! Script is perfectly written!
5 out of 5 stars
Sara Ghazikhanian
Rancho Cotate High School
The students loved it, and it got rave reviews from staff and audience members!

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