Theater Director in the San Francisco Bay Area, John DeGaetano takes a stab at creating a new twist to a courtroom drama, however everything you’ve ever known to expect from a somewhat strange screwball comedy is here as well. Read the synopsis here and then look for the book on Amazon. There's light-hearted adventure, a touch of romance and jealousy, and of course a bit of silliness. The story moves quickly, with an array of twists and turns guaranteed to please everyone who joins in. Simple set requirements and suitable for all audiences. Watch video: http://youtu.be/bBvlJYTpW5g Available on Amazon from John DeGaetano Productions http://www.amazon.com/author/johndegaetano http://www.johndegaetanoproductions.com

2. ONCE UPON…
A CRIME
The Play
Available on Amazon and
johndegaetanoproductions.com

3. The Concept:
Everything you’ve ever known to
expect from a somewhat strange
screwball comedy drama.
The character Sam Wilson, attorney
attempts to solve a case that goes
beyond what he can remember, as
the story twists and turns right in
front of his eyes. However his eyes
aren’t the problem… it’s being an
attorney again after a serious
accident.
The characters are memorable as
you’ll grow to love them in a story
that touches lightly on politics and
what may or may not be socially
acceptable.

4. The story is based in the great state of
Washington in the small town of
Ferndale – population 12,000… that’s
where it all begins.
In this classic-style courtroom play the
audience does not really know
"whodunit" until the climax of the
story. A legal thriller, on the other
hand, usually reveals that information
at the beginning or makes it clear that
it doesn't really matter who did it so
much as whether he or she is guilty.
So as we move along, the plot focuses
on whether justice shall prevail.
Expect to be thrilled and amused,
then ever so slightly surprised.

5. CAST Requirements:
12 Men, 12 Women
Sam Wilson
Miss Albright
Charlie
Attorney’s Aid / Juror
Nancy the Secretary / Juror
News Reporter / Juror
Mayor Robert Thompson
Ethan Lane the Mayor’s Aid
Judge Daniel Thomas
Court Reporter
Bailiff
Jenny MacDougall the Housekeeper
Elizabeth Walker the Prosecutor
Dr. Madison
Michael Randall
Detective Martinez
Anna Marino Thompson
Catherine Reynolds
8 More Jurors (various extra roles)

6. What Readers Have Said About The Play
“If you call this entertainment, then let me sing and dancefor you.”
London, United Kingdom
“Are you kidding me? These characters remind me of all the assholes I ever knew.”
Cleveland, Ohio
“Wow! I’d rather eat my wife’s cooking the rest of my life than read another page.”
Atlanta, Georgia
“I have to say that I am disgusted beyond… no wait a minute, I’m going to be sick again!"
Daytona Beach, Florida
“What the f*ck were you thinking writing this play?”
San Clemente, California

7. Comedy,
Mystery, Suspense and
Controversy…
IT’S ALL HERE!

8. Read the somewhat
strange screwball
FUNNY courtroom
drama play
ONCE UPON…
A CRIME
Did we mention some great plays and where they’re available?
Amazon and johndegaetanoproductions.com
Because if we didn’t, its on the next page… ok, just checking.

9. *Rebuttal: What Readers Have Said
on next slide
John DeGaetano Productions
Licensing available for stage productions
Visit our Website: johndegaetanoproductions.com
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10. Rebuttal: What Readers Have Said About The Play
“In the interest of equal time… those comments on slide 6 are completely silly… In
reality - it’s really a great play… Decide for yourself, read ONCE UPON A CRIME”