The ABC's of LGBT at the
Rainbow Valley B 'n' B

by Phil Darg

A conservative pastor and his insecure wife arrive at a B ‘n’ B in Vermont in order to take in the “fall colors.” However, an early snowstorm strands them at the inn with its gay owners and a lesbian guest couple. Forced together for the weekend, the six openly express their vastly different opinions on LGBT issues while re-examining their own relationships – leading to humorous confrontations, shifting alliances, and finally, a degree of understanding between all members of the group.

Dramedy - full-length

The ABC's of LGBT at the Rainbow Valley B 'n' B was the winner of the Robert J. Pickering Award for Playwriting Excellence in 2020. It was first performed by the Branch County Community Theatre in Coldwater, MI (March 2020). Later, it was selected as the first place winner (out of 467 entries) of the Las Vegas Little Theatre's 12th annual New Works competition, and was performed there in September-October 2020.

Cast: 3 M, 3 F

Running time: about 110 minutes in two acts

Setting:
The main floor parlor and adjoining dining room area of the Rainbow Valley Inn (a charming bed and breakfast) just outside of Manchester, Vermont.

Time:
The present (during the month of October).