After a career of inventing and manufacturing lasers for medical science, Bob Naquin moved into a retirement community where he planned to live peacefully. Instead, he got involved in a local theatre group who asked him to write a few plays. Bob Naquin writes and directs plays that reflect stories about the lively older adults who live in his community–a never ending source of ideas. His plays always entertain and bring a laugh when they are performed. In the meantime, he plays baseball and rides his motorcycle!
Instead of a thoughtful book discussion, the meeting unravels into gossip, rambling speeches, and wildly funny misunderstandings.
The Shankaholics and the Whack Jobs are tied at the final hole in the country club golf tournament. It's been a marathon struggle with hilarious barbs, antics, and all sorts of cheating!
The relationship between the hardworking ant and the pot-smoking grasshopper is turned on its head in this twisted version of Aesop's fable.
Jackie trades in her old horse for some magical beans which grow into a huge plant that takes her up to a giant -- the world's smallest giant who has a talking sheep.
It's not a brick house that flummoxes the big bad wolf in this modern version, it's the leash law!
L'il Red Riding Hood has gotten older and wiser. And in this version, the Big Bad Wolf meets his match.
When you're pulled over for a DUI, it's not a good idea to bump, grind, and push the meaning of "walk the line."
After being called stupid, Siri is still there, but her feelings are hurt. Will the driver ever get her pizza?
The Health and Wellness Club members meet to share tips for living a happier, healthier life. Perhaps the ideas are a little off the wall?
Santa is grumpy! The modern workforce of elves and reindeer makes him wish for the good old days. Will he get with the times?
A cast of unsavory relatives, a corrupt lawyer, a sexy maid, and a devious butler keep the audience in suspense as the characters compete for deceased Mr. Thornburg's wealth.
This fun play about a dyslexic murderess and an unqualified lawyer features a hilarious court trial with a lot of laughs!
Popular playwright, Bob Naquin is back with a holiday treat! A homeless person reminds us that what's inside a person is more important than outward appearances.
Getting the perfect seat in the movie theatre is not a team sport. Watch as these seniors wordlessly work out the puzzle of where to sit.
A routine traffic stop turns into a master class in misdirection when a cheerful older woman talks a police officer straight out of his own ticket book.
A wildly misguided act of compassion results in a dead cat being placed in a shopping bag—proof that no good deed goes unpunished.
When it’s time to convince people to get the flu shot, sometimes entertainment can carry the most convincing message. Used by health departments and aging organizations with great success!
The usual melodrama hero and heroine come up against the evil villain, but all with modern twists that lead to a lot of hisses and boos!
In his zany medical office, Dr. Fatpacker dipenses medicine while his under-paid receptionist gives her own medical opinion to anyone who might want to listen.
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