Hiding in the Open

Hiding in the Open adapted by Kira Obolensky

(8)
Productions (35)
Drama
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107 - 115 minutes
6 W, 4 M,  (8-14 actors possible: 5-7 W, 3-7 M)
Set: Flexible set; spare; furniture to move and indicate different settings.

An adaptation of Sabina Zimering's memoir, Hiding in the Open tells the true story of two Jewish sisters from Poland who assume false Catholic identities and work in a Nazi hotel during World War II. Living in constant fear of having their identities revealed, the sisters bravely face danger and the challenges of growing up while keeping their heritage a secret. Thrilling and heart-warming, this story of survival and teenage courage examines the bonds of family and human kindness in the face of great atrocities.

Pricing Information

Min. Performance Fee* $85
Standard Edition $13.99
Stage Manager Edition $24.99
Archival Video License $150

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Playscripts is pleased to offer an Archival Video License for an additional $150 for full-length plays and $75 for one-act plays.

Play Details

An adaptation of Sabina Zimering's memoir, Hiding in the Open tells the true story of two Jewish sisters from Poland who assume false Catholic identities and work in a Nazi hotel during World War II. Living in constant fear of having their identities revealed, the sisters bravely face danger and the challenges of growing up while keeping their heritage a secret. Thrilling and heart-warming, this story of survival and teenage courage examines the bonds of family and human kindness in the face of great atrocities.

  • Drama
  • |
  • 107 - 115 minutes
  • 6 W, 4 M,  (8-14 actors possible: 5-7 W, 3-7 M)
  • Set: Flexible set; spare; furniture to move and indicate different settings.
  • Standard Edition ISBN: 978-1-62384-463-9

Published Reviews

"A disturbing, true tale of double lives...demonstrates the power of truth-telling and the art that shapes it."

Lisa Brock, Star Tribune (Minnesota)

"Hiding in the Open does an admirable job of bringing Zimering's story of masquerade, deception, intrigue, loyalty, altruism and hope to the stage."

Doris Rubenstein, American Jewish World News

"'Thrilling' is the word my companion used to describe Hiding in the Open. I would add 'moving' and 'compelling.'"

Renee Valois, Pioneer Press (Minnesota)

Production History

NOV 10, 2023 - NOV 12, 2023
Sacred Heart School
East Grand Forks, MN United States
Sacred Heart SchoolEast Grand Forks, MN United States
APR 19, 2023 - APR 19, 2023
McCutcheon Drama
Lafayette, IN United States
McCutcheon DramaLafayette, IN United States
OCT 23, 2022 - OCT 24, 2022
N/A
Naples, FL United States
N/ANaples, FL United States
APR 01, 2022 - APR 30, 2022
Post High School
Post, TX United States
Post High SchoolPost, TX United States
NOV 13, 2021 - NOV 13, 2021
Springlake-Earth ISD
Earth, TX United States
Springlake-Earth ISDEarth, TX United States
MAR 11, 2021 - MAY 05, 2021
Needville High School Theatre
Needville, TX United States
Needville High School TheatreNeedville, TX United States
MAY 02, 2019 - MAY 04, 2019
Scripps Ranch High School
San Diego, CA United States
Scripps Ranch High SchoolSan Diego, CA United States
FEB 11, 2019 - MAY 06, 2019
Maypearl High School
Maypearl, TX United States
Maypearl High SchoolMaypearl, TX United States
NOV 16, 2018 - NOV 18, 2018
Stonington High School Drama
Pawcatuck, CT United States
Stonington High School DramaPawcatuck, CT United States
FEB 15, 2018 - FEB 18, 2018
Zion Benton Township High School
Zion, IL United States
Zion Benton Township High SchoolZion, IL United States
1 of 4
No upcoming productions.
FEB 27, 2010 - MAR 21, 2010
History Theatre
St. Paul, MN United States
History TheatreSt. Paul, MN United States
JAN 01, 2006 - DEC 31, 2006
History Theatre
St. Paul, MN United States
History TheatreSt. Paul, MN United States

Archival Video License

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