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Noms de Guerre
Synopsis
Every time Mira’s husband returns home from war, it’s a difficult transition. But this time, as her race for Governor gets underway, they are both thrust into the spotlight, which illuminates longstanding tensions, shifting allegiances and a new secret that threatens to derail her campaign. As the man she knows disappears into a man forever changed by war, she must decide what price she’s willing to pay to stand by him. Noms de Guerre explores the impact of PTSD on military veterans and their families, and the ever changing role of women in society. It is a haunting story of friendship, love, war, and politics.
Cast Break Down
4W/2M
Character Descriptions
Mira Hamilton (African American, 40 years old) – ambitious, proud and focused, conservative Democrat and Attorney General of the state of Virginia, wife of Douglas. Jude’s best friend.
Douglas Hamilton (African American, 45 years old) – an ailing and haunted warrior, volatile, intense and brilliant, a man with an uncompromising sense of honor and duty, former member of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), and a Master Gunnery Sergeant in the Marines.
Jude Nolan-Belizaire (African American, 40 years old) – passionate, truth-seeking, Broadcast Journalist, who also produces documentary specials on race, gender and politics in America for her network, married to Cooper. Mira’s best friend.
Cooper Belizaire (African American, 46 years old) – kind, honorable, and proud, Military Intelligence Officer at the Defense Intelligence Agency, holds rank of Master Sergeant, married to Jude. Douglas’ best friend.
Leeda Hamilton-Ramsey (African American, 48 years old) – loyal, astute, and compassionate, former JAG Attorney, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Douglas’ sister.
Sophie Williams (nonwhite, 32 years old) – determine, enthusiastic, and hard-working, Mira’s Campaign Manager.
Development History
Every time Mira’s husband returns home from war, it’s a difficult transition. But this time, as her race for Governor gets underway, they are both thrust into the spotlight, which illuminates longstanding tensions, shifting allegiances and a new secret that threatens to derail her campaign. As the man she knows disappears into a man forever changed by war, she must decide what price she’s willing to pay to stand by him. Noms de Guerre explores the impact of PTSD on military veterans and their families, and the ever changing role of women in society. It is a haunting story of friendship, love, war, and politics.
Cast Break Down
4W/2M
Character Descriptions
Mira Hamilton (African American, 40 years old) – ambitious, proud and focused, conservative Democrat and Attorney General of the state of Virginia, wife of Douglas. Jude’s best friend.
Douglas Hamilton (African American, 45 years old) – an ailing and haunted warrior, volatile, intense and brilliant, a man with an uncompromising sense of honor and duty, former member of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), and a Master Gunnery Sergeant in the Marines.
Jude Nolan-Belizaire (African American, 40 years old) – passionate, truth-seeking, Broadcast Journalist, who also produces documentary specials on race, gender and politics in America for her network, married to Cooper. Mira’s best friend.
Cooper Belizaire (African American, 46 years old) – kind, honorable, and proud, Military Intelligence Officer at the Defense Intelligence Agency, holds rank of Master Sergeant, married to Jude. Douglas’ best friend.
Leeda Hamilton-Ramsey (African American, 48 years old) – loyal, astute, and compassionate, former JAG Attorney, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Douglas’ sister.
Sophie Williams (nonwhite, 32 years old) – determine, enthusiastic, and hard-working, Mira’s Campaign Manager.
Development History
- New Play Development Workshop and Reading (April 13 and 15, 2018) at PlayMakers Repertory Company
- New Play Development Workshop and Reading (June 7, 2017) at True Colors Theatre
- Susan Blackburn Prize Nominee (2015, 2017)
- New Play Reading (June 14, 1015) at WAM Theatre
- New Play Development Workshop and Reading (October 27, 2014) at Rep Stage
- New Play Development Workshop and Reading (September 21-25, 2014) at Pasadena Playhouse, directed by Diane Rodriguez, as part of the 2014-2015 HOTHOUSE Reading Series.
- Nominated for a 2014 Kilroy: Honorable Mention.
- New Play Development Workshop, Reading and Showcase (March 6-9, 2014) at Arena Stage as part of Playwrights Arena.