The Life and Loves Of Sinclair Lewis
Theatrical Play Version for Licensing
Now, you can license the 80min, 4 character play designed for a unit set based on the award-winning video production, THE LIVE AND LOVES OF SINCLAIR LEWIS. You can access the streaming video production here at no cost.
How you can license the Theatrical Play Version:
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We tried to make this process as simple as possible for theater groups at all levels: educational, community and professional theater companies.
First, download the Review Copy of the script at no cost. We hope you will like it and come back to license the play. Licensing includes a set of video vignettes illustrating various Sinclair Lewis books that are described in the script.
To license the play, select what kind of theater company you are: Educational/Community Theater; or Professional Theater Company.
You’ll then be directed to check out. By making a purchase, you agree to the licensing terms for your type of production.
You will receive a zip folder including a clean PDF of the script with director’s notes which you can duplicate for your cast, a copy of the licensing agreement, and a pdf with links to download the video vignettes from a Google Drive.
It is that simple!
Of course, we would love to hear from you once you have produced the play. This is another way to keep the great works and words of Sinclair Lewis alive and well for new generations of audiences.
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“Congrats to all concerned, a lively informative show dramatizing the important phases of Lewis’s life. Should win an Oscar for best docudrama!”
Richard Lingeman, the official biographer of Sinclair Lewis
“I enjoyed this production very much. It is faithful to all three historical characters. I especially liked the way it led into the darker aspects of the story without losing the exciting thread of Lewis's life and career. All the actors are very good. For those who don't know Lewis (and Dorothy, never mind Grace), it's a great introduction.”
Peter Kurth, the official biographer of Dorothy Thompson
“A fantastic production! Wonderful script and direction and fabulous acting. I implore everyone to see this superb play.”
Marshall Hambro
“This is a must see production! Sheds a new light on our Minnesota author, and his book’s relevance to todays social conflicts. I highly recommend watching this… you will not be disappointed!!!”
Judy Hanson
“If you’ve read any of his works and know, or think you know him at all, this is well worth the time.”
Michel Nelson
“This is a great program!”
Terri Hawthorne
“Very worthwhile watching.“
Corrine Goplin Slaughter
“Fascinating, worth your time for a view of author Sinclair Lewis.”
Colleen Arnold
Preview the script and director’s notes.
Fill out this form then you’ll be directed to a downloadable pdf version of the script for preview.
Have a question about licensing, want to pay by check, or need a PO? Send us a note.
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
