Style

Realistic
Stylized

House Rules

By A Rey Pamatmat

Rod thinks the game is fixed. Momo’s still learning the rules. Twee doesn’t think winning is enough. JJ hates his hand. And why the hell is Henry still playing? Two families (and some guy named Henry) panic with hilarious and heartbreaking results when they realize their parents won’t be around forever. Can anybody prepare for the inevitable moment when they’re the ones left holding all the cards?

About Playwright(s)

Self-identity

Filipino American
LGBTQ+

Country of publication

United States

Cast Information

Cultural background of characters

East Asian diaspora
LGBTQ+

Total number of characters

Minimum number of actors

Female roles

Male roles

Transgender roles

Non-Binary Gender Non-Conforming roles

Gender unespecified roles

Age of characters

Actor-Friendly Parts

Monologue level

Monologue details

Scene level

Scene details

Production and Publication

First produced

2016, Ma-Yi Theatre Company, New York City

Publication year

2017

Published by

Samuel French, Inc.

ISBN

9780573705601

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