The Nurse of Normandy
Set in the shadow of D-Day, The Nurse of Normandy follows a group of American army nurses stationed just behind the front lines in France. At its heart is Liz Baker, a whip-smart and emotionally resilient nurse whose unexpected talent for codebreaking leads her to uncover a chilling secret: one of the wounded soldiers she’s treating isn’t who he claims to be. As her bond with the charming but mysterious Daniel deepens, Liz is faced with an impossible choice between her heart and her duty. Alongside her quick-witted friend and fellow nurse, Joanne, Liz navigates the brutality of war, the power of sisterhood, and the cost of telling the truth.
This gripping WWII-era drama blends high-stakes espionage with intimate human moments, capturing both the unsung heroism of frontline nurses and the moral gray zones of wartime. With sharp humor, emotional depth, and a final act full of tension and hope, The Nurse of Normandy is a moving tribute to the women who served with courage, compassion, and strength in one of history’s darkest hours.
Duration: 85 Min
Roles:
8F, 9M (+Optional ensemble. Can be done with as few as 11 actors with doubling)
Performance Group: High School, Community Theater
Setting: MilitaryTriage Unit. Military barracks. Coffee Tent. Various Flash Locations.
