The Heirs

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Full-length drama

The Heirs

by Amanda O’Donnell

What happens after the final curtain falls on Shakespeare’s greatest villains?

Running time125 min
Cast29 to 32 actorsGenders can be changed
SetSimple locationsSuggest each place with a few pieces
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The story

What happens after the final curtain falls on Shakespeare’s greatest villains? The Heirs imagines a new generation at Stratford Academy, where the children of heroes and villains are brought together for the first time in an ambitious attempt to end centuries of inherited hatred. But when Maggie Macbeth—the daughter of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth—arrives on campus, mysterious disasters begin to plague the school, and whispers of an ancient curse quickly turn suspicion toward the last person who wants to be in the spotlight. As fear spreads, Maggie and a handful of unlikely friends set out to uncover the truth behind the curse before history repeats itself.

Blending adventure, mystery, humor, romance, and Shakespearean lore, The Heirs is a fast-paced ensemble play about identity, forgiveness, and the courage to choose your own path. Filled with familiar literary descendants, magical prophecies, clever references to Shakespeare’s canon, and heartfelt friendships, it’s an exciting theatrical event that asks whether we are defined by the families we come from—or by the choices we make.

Producing it

Cast29 to 32 actors, with doubling. As written, 18 female and 11 male roles. You can change lines, roles and genders to fit your students.
SetMany school rooms in sequence; site lists a single unit set with school furniture.
TechA unit set with movable furniture. Plan silhouette tableaus, chimes and magic light cues, a mirror effect, a costume for each school house, and live ukulele songs.
For your scene-stealersA large boarding school ensemble with big crowd scenes, a play within the play, and strong featured roles for 25 student characters.

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Can I change lines or genders?Yes. Change lines, roles and genders to fit your students. You never have to ask.
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