A one-act stage play about desire, disconnection—and the blurry line between admiration and obsession.
About the Play
Claire Wren lives in the shadows—of fame, of her own past, and of a love she may have invented. When her admiration for charismatic musician Leo Frost tips into dangerous territory, the truth becomes harder to hear beneath the static of longing.
In this tightly wound one-act play, an emotionally fragile woman finds herself accused of stalking the man she believes once flirted with her. But who crossed the line—and when? Missed Signals explores loneliness, mental health, and the perilous space between perception and reality. With music pulsing in the background and memory blurring into fantasy, the play asks: when you think someone sees you…what if they never really did?
🎙️ Key Characters
- Claire Wren – An emotionally raw, deeply isolated woman haunted by past rejection and maternal control.
- Leo Frost – A magnetic indie musician with a double-Leo flair for performance and charm—until the mask slips.
- Claire’s Mother (voice only) – A domineering, critical figure whose outdated views on relationships echo in Claire’s mind.
🌑 Themes & Tone
- Unreliable memory and perceived consent
- Mental health and emotional manipulation
- Fame, image, and power imbalances
- Haunting atmospheres and unresolved longing
This play walks a tightrope between pathos and threat, with moments of lyrical tenderness and stark revelation.
🛠️ Development Status
Missed Signals is currently in development for staged readings and festival submissions. Interested producers or directors are welcome to get in touch.