John Clifford

John was a lifelong writer best known as the author of the film Carnival of Souls and as playwright for many plays produced by the Lawrence Community Theatre. His writing career began with crafting and selling jokes to comedians and built up to becoming a poet and a novelist. He also wrote lyrics to songs recorded by Nina Simone, Della Reese and others, a children’s opera, plus many award-winning educational and industrial film scripts at the Centron Film Corporation. He is respected for his delightful sense of humor!

Cover of "Coconut Creme Pie" by John Clifford, part of ArtAge Publications' theatre resource series.

1 man, 1 woman

10 minute comedy

On his first day delivering pies for his son-in-law’s business, everything goes wrong...wrong address, a dropped pie, and someone who comes to his aid. Such a nice show!
Theater poster for "Gin - Tonic" by John Clifford, published by ArtAge Publications.

1 hombre, 1 mujer

Comedia de 10 minutos

Esta comedia de carcajadas ofrece una mirada fresca a los problemas de las citas románticas en la tercera edad.

3 women

10 minute comedy

Kate and Joanie arrive at their sister Marilyn’s house after her husband leaves her. They are not prepared to find that Marilyn is coping just fine on her own. Funny and touching play.
Artistic poster for "Gin and Tonic" by John Clifford, part of Senior Theatre resources.

1 homme et 1 femme

10 minutes

Cette excellente comédie propose un regard neuf sur les problèmes qu'ont les Seniors pour leurs rendez-vous amoureux.
Cover of "Gin and Tonic" by John Clifford, published by ArtAge Publications.

1 man, 1 woman

10 minute comedy

This laugh-out-loud comedy offers a fresh look at the problems of senior dating. A 'never-fail' show!

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