The Count of Monte Cristo

The Count of Monte Cristo adapted by Charles Morey

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Productions (46)
Drama
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120 - 130 minutes
6 W, 15 M,  (15-30 actors possible: 5-10 W, 10-20 M)
Content Notes: Adult content
Set: Unit Set.

Betrayal, obsession, and redemption provide the backdrop for this compelling adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' classic novel. While unjustly imprisoned, Edmond Dantes befriends a neighboring inmate who bequeaths him an enormous treasure. Dantes eventually escapes and returns to society disguised as the Count of Monte Cristo with plans to enact his revenge on those who betrayed him. But as Dantes becomes increasingly consumed with his quest for vengeance, he finds himself losing his humanity and any hope of reconciling with the love of his life.

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Pricing Information

Min. Performance Fee* $85
Standard Edition $13.99
Stage Manager Edition $24.99

*The per performance fee begins at $85. Your per performance fee will be provided during the ordering process.

Play Details

Betrayal, obsession, and redemption provide the backdrop for this compelling adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' classic novel. While unjustly imprisoned, Edmond Dantes befriends a neighboring inmate who bequeaths him an enormous treasure. Dantes eventually escapes and returns to society disguised as the Count of Monte Cristo with plans to enact his revenge on those who betrayed him. But as Dantes becomes increasingly consumed with his quest for vengeance, he finds himself losing his humanity and any hope of reconciling with the love of his life.

  • Drama
  • |
  • 120 - 130 minutes
  • 6 W, 15 M,  (15-30 actors possible: 5-10 W, 10-20 M)
  • Content Notes: Adult content
  • Set: Unit Set.
  • Standard Edition ISBN: 978-1-62384-602-2

Published Reviews

"...an impeccably solid piece of theatrical work...the whole thing thrilling from swash to buckle..."

Terry Teachout, The Wall Street Journal

"...enthralls and delights its audiences with glorious costumes and sets, masterful fight sequences, finely tuned characterizations, a literate script and challenging themes..."

Michael P. Howley, The Montgomery Advertiser

"...a story of heart-breaking romance and seat grappling adventure..."

Jamie Foster, Montgomery City Guide

"Richly rewarding...fully satisfies any need for romantic intrigue..."

Claudia Harris, The Salt Lake Tribune

"...fabulously entertaining, not to mention meaningful and important. It's theatre at its finest: well acted and directed, with plenty of fun and excitement, and a bit of a 'take-home' message too."

Eric D. Snider, Provo Daily Herald

"...an immensely engaging evening of theatre...a wonderful and rich example of expert storytelling..."

Jeff Murphy, Delaware News Journal

Production History

NOV 01, 2024 - NOV 09, 2024
N/A
Arlington Heights, IL United States
 N/A Arlington Heights, IL United States
MAY 08, 2024 - MAY 10, 2024
Ecole Edward Schreyer School
Beausejour, MB Canada
 Ecole Edward Schreyer School Beausejour, MB Canada
APR 04, 2024 - APR 06, 2024
Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School
Hollidaysburg, PA United States
 Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School Hollidaysburg, PA United States
MAR 21, 2024 - MAR 23, 2024
Lakeshore High School
Slidell, LA United States
 Lakeshore High School Slidell, LA United States
NOV 10, 2023 - NOV 13, 2023
PVHS Theatre
Chico, CA United States
 PVHS Theatre Chico, CA United States
JUL 14, 2023 - AUG 05, 2023
Plaza Theatre Company
Cleburne, TX United States
 Plaza Theatre Company Cleburne, TX United States
APR 21, 2023 - APR 23, 2023
The John Cooper School
The Woodlands, TX United States
 The John Cooper School The Woodlands, TX United States
MAR 29, 2022 - APR 02, 2022
Covenant School
Richardson, TX United States
 Covenant School Richardson, TX United States
APR 15, 2021 - APR 17, 2021
Maranatha Baptist University
Watertown, WI United States
 Maranatha Baptist University Watertown, WI United States
OCT 15, 2020 - OCT 18, 2020
Connersville High School
Connersville, IN United States
 Connersville High School Connersville, IN United States
MAY 02, 2019 - MAY 05, 2019
Kelowna Secondary School
Kelowna, BC Canada
 Kelowna Secondary School Kelowna, BC Canada
APR 12, 2019 - APR 14, 2019
Nashua Theatre Guild
Nashua, NH United States
 Nashua Theatre Guild Nashua, NH United States
APR 05, 2019 - APR 06, 2019
Lumen Christi High School
Anchorage, AK United States
 Lumen Christi High School Anchorage, AK United States
MAR 29, 2019 - APR 06, 2019
RGES Drama
ALBUQUERQUE, NM United States
 RGES Drama ALBUQUERQUE, NM United States
SEP 28, 2018 - OCT 14, 2018
Aldersgate Church Community Theater
Alexandria, VA United States
 Aldersgate Church Community Theater Alexandria, VA United States
JUL 26, 2018 - AUG 05, 2018
Stained Glass Theatre Joplin
Joplin, MO United States
 Stained Glass Theatre Joplin Joplin, MO United States
OCT 05, 2017 - OCT 07, 2017
Mariner Drama
East China, MI United States
 Mariner Drama East China, MI United States
MAR 01, 2017 - MAR 03, 2017
Sacred Heart CHS
Newmarket, ON Canada
 Sacred Heart CHS Newmarket, ON Canada
FEB 27, 2017 - MAY 01, 2017
Whitney ISD
Whitney, TX United States
 Whitney ISD Whitney, TX United States
NOV 23, 2016 - NOV 25, 2016
Dr. Martin LeBoldus High School
Regina, SK Canada
 Dr. Martin LeBoldus High School Regina, SK Canada
NOV 03, 2016 - NOV 05, 2016
Iberia Performing Arts League
New Iberia, LA United States
 Iberia Performing Arts League New Iberia, LA United States
AUG 05, 2016 - AUG 07, 2016
Seattle Public Theater
Seattle, WA United States
 Seattle Public Theater Seattle, WA United States
OCT 30, 2015 - NOV 01, 2015
Northwoods Players, Ltd
Phillips, WI United States
 Northwoods Players, Ltd Phillips, WI United States
OCT 09, 2015 - OCT 24, 2015
American Falls Theatre Guild
American Falls, ID United States
 American Falls Theatre Guild American Falls, ID United States
APR 24, 2015 - MAY 03, 2015
Pasco High School
Pasco, WA United States
 Pasco High School Pasco, WA United States
AUG 07, 2014 - AUG 10, 2014
Saint Ignatius' College
Lane Cove, NSW Australia
 Saint Ignatius' College Lane Cove, NSW Australia
MAY 01, 2014 - MAY 03, 2014
Maryville High School
Maryville, TN United States
 Maryville High School Maryville, TN United States
MAR 28, 2014 - MAR 29, 2014
ACT I (All-stars Comm. Theater)
Adairsville, GA United States
 ACT I (All-stars Comm. Theater) Adairsville, GA United States
FEB 13, 2014 - FEB 22, 2014
Piedmont Players Theatre, Inc
Salisbury, NC United States
 Piedmont Players Theatre, Inc Salisbury, NC United States
NOV 09, 2012 - NOV 17, 2012
Cupertino High School
Cupertino, CA United States
 Cupertino High School Cupertino, CA United States
FEB 24, 2012 - MAR 18, 2012
Spokane Civic Theatre
Spokane, WA United States
 Spokane Civic Theatre Spokane, WA United States
JAN 11, 2012 - JAN 12, 2012
Glacier High School
Kalispell, MT United States
 Glacier High School Kalispell, MT United States
NOV 11, 2011 - NOV 13, 2011
Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
Cincinnati, OH United States
 Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy Cincinnati, OH United States
OCT 14, 2011 - OCT 17, 2011
College Of The Ozarks
Point Lookout, MO United States
 College Of The Ozarks Point Lookout, MO United States
MAY 14, 2011 - MAY 14, 2011
The Master's Academy
Oviedo, FL United States
 The Master's Academy Oviedo, FL United States
MAY 14, 2011 - MAY 14, 2011
RASA's Theatra
Middelburg, Netherlands
 RASA's Theatra Middelburg, Netherlands
APR 15, 2011 - MAY 21, 2011
Staged Cinema Productions
Fullerton, CA United States
 Staged Cinema Productions Fullerton, CA United States
APR 15, 2011 - MAY 21, 2011
Staged Cinema Productions
Fullerton, CA United States
 Staged Cinema Productions Fullerton, CA United States
FEB 11, 2011 - FEB 21, 2011
Mitchell Theatre
Upland, IN United States
 Mitchell Theatre Upland, IN United States
OCT 29, 2010 - NOV 12, 2010
DramaTech Theater
Atlanta, GA United States
 DramaTech Theater Atlanta, GA United States
SEP 09, 2010 - SEP 19, 2010
Stained Glass Theatre Joplin
Joplin, MO United States
 Stained Glass Theatre Joplin Joplin, MO United States
AUG 12, 2010 - AUG 14, 2010
Scots College
WELLINGTON, New Zealand
 Scots College WELLINGTON, New Zealand
NOV 20, 2009 - NOV 22, 2009
Phoenixville Area High School
Phoenixville, PA United States
 Phoenixville Area High School Phoenixville, PA United States
MAR 01, 2009 - JUN 30, 2009
Alabama Shakespeare Festival
Montgomery, AL United States
 Alabama Shakespeare Festival Montgomery, AL United States
NOV 01, 2002 - NOV 30, 2002
University Of Delaware Professional Theatre Training Program
Newark, DE United States
 University Of Delaware Professional Theatre Training Program Newark, DE United States
OCT 01, 1998 - NOV 30, 1998
Pioneer Theatre Company
Salt Lake City, UT United States
 Pioneer Theatre Company Salt Lake City, UT United States
No upcoming productions.
MAR 01, 2009 - JUN 30, 2009
Alabama Shakespeare Festival
Montgomery, AL United States
 Alabama Shakespeare Festival Montgomery, AL United States
OCT 01, 1998 - NOV 30, 1998
Pioneer Theatre Company
Salt Lake City, UT United States
 Pioneer Theatre Company Salt Lake City, UT United States

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