Helen Keller
Script by GEORGE CHRISTISON Music by DEBRA BROOKS and WAYNE SCOTT Lyrics by DEBRA BROOKS, GEORGE CHRISTISON, and WAYNE SCOTT
The Cast: 10-15 The Set: Simple 1 or 2 unit set Approximate Length: 1 act, 1 hr (abridged version)
An Inspiring True Story:
How can a caring teacher possibly penetrate the void of her sad student’s dark and silent world? This riveting theatre script based on the true story of an uplifting study of perseverance and triumph over despair. Carefully researched and presented with a tuneful score, “Helen Keller” is a powerful portrait of determination, faith and inspiration. (A curriculum guide for teachers is also available.)
Cast and Songs
Cast of Characters (In Order of Appearance)
Captain Arthur Keller – Helen’s Father
Kate Keller – Her Mother
Mrs. Bourn – A Teacher at Perkins’ School
Annie Sullivan – Helen’s Teacher
Helen Keller – Blind and Deaf Girl
Synopsis of Songs
Overture
1. “What Will Become of Her” – Kate
2. “Trapped In Dark Silence” – Captain Keller
3. “Can I Really Do This?” – Annie
4. “Obedience And Love” – Annie
5. “Can I Really Do This?” (Reprise) – Annie
6. “Trapped In Dark Silence” (Reprise) – Captain Keller
7. “Obedience And Love” (Reprise) – Annie
8. “There Is A Special Path” – Annie
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