The Old People Are Revolting
"The hit comedy about seniors seeking revenge!"
Cast: 5 female and 2 male actors.
Length: 2 Acts (110 minutes)
Genre: Comedy
Synopsis: With productions in the UK, Canada, USA, Australia, and New Zealand The Old People Are Revolting has been described by critics as 'A belter you just can't miss, with plenty of charm, hearty laughs, great social commentary and deserving of your "must-see" list'.
When the city council decides to end its rates rebate for the elderly, the pen-pushers in town hall have no idea what anarchy they are about to unleash at the Sunshine Retirement Village. Led by tough former trade union firebrand Shirley, and the ebullient former car salesman Howie, the residents hit on the idea of ceding from the rest of the nation under the United Nations Charter. Counselled by Village Resident and former High Court Judge, Patricia, they're convinced that if they become their own independent state, then the local council can't tax them. Much to Patricia's horror, the other residents are determined to start things off with a bang, and retired farmer Doug is recruited to build a home-made bomb so they can spectacularly blow up a bothersome council-owned tree. Doug couldn't be happier, he's been looking for something to do ever since he retired. With the tree destroyed and the emergency services out in force, the media climbs on board in the shape of aspiring young newscaster Ashley Hardwick. Before you know it, the story has gone viral on the internet, and the revolution becomes unstoppable. The residents appoint their own Queen, and a national anthem is written. This is serious stuff.
The revolution leads to more than just a back down by the local council, love blooms between Patricia and Howie, the Villages eldest resident, and queen, dies at a live press conference, and life and vitality are breathed into the spirits of these senior revolutionaries.
The rollicking comedy of the Old People Are Revolting cleverly explores attitudes to seniors in our communities while treating the audience to an evening of uproarious entertainment.
Royalty / Performance Fee: $75 per performance (USA)
