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Separating The Dust will be performed across the VDL One Act Play series.
SYNOPSIS:The mourners have left, their kind thoughts exchanged, the sandwiches and tea have been served. After the funeral service for Mrs Virginia Cromwell, her sons Michael and Chad discuss their mother’s Final Will and Testament. It’s no secret to the boys their late mother’s Final Will and Testament has been divided equally. Chad makes his announcement to contest the Will for his lions share; Michael defends his ground. Chad’s wife, Raelene makes her true feelings known about Michael to both of them, which only aggravates the underflow of smouldering years of unspoken hatred between the three of them. The little church on the hill where the funeral service for Mrs Virginia Cromwell was held prepares for another funeral service to be held at five.
ROLES:Michael … Project Manager (45 - 55 years old)
Brother to Chad. Brother in law to Raelene. Strong, righteous character and caring. Michael is gay and committed to his life partner. He is astranged to his brother and it pains him.
Chad … Labourer (45 - 55 years old)
Brother to Michael. Married to Ralene. Two children. Head strong. Brutal. Caring. He detests his younger brother for keeping his life style a secret. He believes Michael is the golden child.
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