Streamers
by David Rabe
Awards & Recognition
Nominee! 1977 Tony Award for Best Play Nominee! 1976 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding New Play
What readers are saying
Readers have mixed feelings about the play, with some appreciating its authenticity and portrayal of character dynamics in a 1965 military setting. However, many find it dated and question its relevance in today's context, often feeling that the plot is overshadowed by character focus. Some mention that the crude humor can detract from the message and effectiveness of the narrative.
Synopsis
Full Length Drama / 11 m / Int.
This volatile incendiary drama premiered in 1976 under the direction of Mike Nichols produced by Joseph Papp at New York's Lincoln Center.
Revived in 2008 by the Roundabout Theatre the third in author Rabe's quartet of "Vietnam Plays" is set in the Army barracks housing a group of young men the "streamers" of the title: hapless parachutists who streak to certain death when their parachutes fail to open.
This group includes Billy a new recruit; Roger a str
Press Reviews
"Hard hitting and extremely funny. A masterly drama with humor, power and impressive depths of understanding."
— New York Daily News
Characters
| Character |
|---|
Martin |
Carlyle |
Billy |
Roger |
Sgt. Rooney |
Sgt. Cokes |
M.P. Lieutenant |
Pfc Hinson |
Pfc |
Richie |
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Streamers cast on the play
Publication
Streamers is a American play written by David Rabe and published by Samuel French in New York (2009).
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Samuel French · 2009 · 104 pp
Performance Rights
Restrictions: Major Markets Only (US) / Standard Restriction (UK)
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