Little Dolls

by Nancy Harris

RDG's entry in the 2025 Maidenhead Drama Festival. The play will also be performed at the Henley Drama Festival which runs at the Kenton Theatre, Henley on Thames from 6th to 10th May. Date of performance to be advised.

"You're very, very right to be afraid of the dark."

Vicky seeks counselling from John to overcome her intense fear of darkness. But what if there really is some truth in her anxiety, and what if the darkness really is a disease?

Nancy Harris's short play Little Dolls was first performed at the Bush Theatre, London, in October 2008 as part of The Broken Space season.

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Vicky - Jill Coles

(20's/30's) The Client. A young woman receiving counselling from John, regarding her fear of the dark and the trauma that is attached. Vicky's fear is a huge part of the story, so this actress needs to be fearless and willing to be vulnerable.
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John - Nick Lund

(40's) The therapist. He is treating Vicky for her fear of the dark, his methods may be considered unorthodox.
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Director - Troy Chessman
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Stage Manager - Clare Pinnock