(6)
On The Mountain
Christopher Shinn
The Shining Mountains
by Dale Wasserman
Synopsis
At a deserted mountain cabin, a wandering minstrel sings a ballad that evokes events 15 years past.
The three fur trappers who lived there adopted a boy, the sole survivor of a wagon train attacked by Indians.
A missionary couple claim the boy, who is finally won over by the motherly woman.
The trappers decided to make the trek west-- to protect them.
Finally the balladeer's identity is revealed.
Press Reviews
"Funny, touching, delightful.... An original play with knife edged characterizations."
— New York Daily News
Publication
The Shining Mountains is a comedy play written by Dale Wasserman and published by Samuel French .
Community Reviews
No community reviews yet
Buy Play
Performance Rights
Available for Licensing
Amateur & Professional
Fee: Minimum Fee: $65 per performance
Restrictions: Major Markets Only (US) / Standard Restriction (UK)
Apply for RightsSimilar Plays
Plays with similar themes, style, and content.
More from Dale Wasserman
More plays from Dale Wasserman that we think you'll enjoy.
