The Gradient
by Steph Del Rosso
Synopsis
In a not-so-distant future, men accused of sexual misconduct are sent to The Gradient to reckon with their mistakes and get rehabilitated.
New employee Tess is eager to hold men accountable and enact change – but it might not be as simple as it seems.
Steph Del Rosso's fresh, stinging satire is prescient, provocative and often very funny.
Press Reviews
"Channels outrage into comedy."
— St. Louis Magazine
"Well-written and timely... Del Rosso’s one-act work is well constructed from its amusing start to its disturbing conclusion, showing how adept the playwright is at her craft... The Gradient is an example of a particular genre of science fiction, which at first appears disarmingly normal and then slowly reveals a more sinister element at play."
— Ladue News
Characters
| Character |
|---|
Natalia Old hat at the job. |
Jackson A client. |
Louis A potential ally. |
Clients 1-8 A montage of men. |
A Very Soothing Voice Voiced by the actor playing Natalia. |
Tess New to the job. |
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The Gradient - St. Louis Rep Trailer
Publication
The Gradient is a comedy play written by Steph Del Rosso and published by Samuel French (2022).
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Samuel French · 2022
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