An adaptation of Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen. Adapted by Stephen Evans
“I’m sure I read the original…but I’m also sure it wasn’t this compact or this much fun.” — Morey Norkin, Internationally Known Playwright
(On Queue, Gold Paint, Last Laugh, Eden 2)
“Brilliant. ” — Joe Del Balzo,
Playwright, director, and descendent of
Henrik Ibsen
In this adaptation (in three acts), the play has been shortened and the dialogue revised, to some extent, to make it easier for modern small and community theaters to produce, and for modern audiences to enjoy.
The adaptation has seven characters and is intended to have a unit set.
Content warning: This play deals with themes of suicide.
ISBN: 978-1953725455
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Estimated Run Times:
Act I: 30 minutes.
Act II: 25 minutes.
Act III: 20 minutes.
Two fifteen-minute intermissions would make the run time under two hours, maybe a half-hour shorter than the original.
Character Breakdown
Hedda Formerly Hedda Gabler, now Married to George Tesman.
George A historian.
Aunt Julia George’s aunt.
Thea An old friend of Hedda’s.
Judge Brack A family friend.
Eric A family friend.
Berta Housekeeper.
Scene: A villa.
Time: Sometime between 1880 and Now
Rights and Permissions
Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen is in the public domain and this adaptation may be presented on the stage royalty-free. Though attribution would be much appreciated, by the adapter, if not Ibsen. For questions or production permissions, email: info at timebeingmedia.com
