Simona's Search
by Martín Zimmerman

Simona's Search Book Cover
Simona's Search Cover

Highlights

90 mins Present Day Role(s) for Latine Actor(s) Unit Set/Multiple Settings Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes

Synopsis

Simona’s father is an enigma.

Curious about his life in Latin America before moving to the United States, Simona obsesses over his secrets as her thoughts and dreams become haunted by the mystery that is his past.

Simona’s Search is a riveting exploration of the bond between fathers and daughters, love and sacrifice, nature and nurture.

Press Reviews

"Zimmerman’s writing is immediately engaging… [his] capability of delving beneath the surface with dialogue and thematic import is enviable."

— Talkin’ Broadway

"A compelling tale that will capture your sympathy and concern as you watch Simona risk everything for the answers… you will be quickly swept along in her imagination and trauma."

— Connecticut Critics Circle

"A masterwork of heart and soul… I have seen greatness and it is Simona’s Search."

— The Howard

Characters

Character
SIMONA

Early-to-mid 30s, Latina.

PAPI

Simona’s father, mid 50s to early 60s, Latino. Also plays

ADVISER

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JAKE

Early 30s. Also plays

DOCTOR

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Videos

Simona’s Search Trailer – Hartford Stage

Publication

Publisher Samuel French
ISBN-13 9780573711480
ISBN-10 0573711488

Simona's Search is a play written by Martín Zimmerman and published by Samuel French .

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Fee: Minimum Fee: $110 per performance

Restrictions: Major Markets Plus (US) / Standard Plus Add'l Postcodes (UK)

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