Under the Surface
by Tyler Marlow
Fisher Guy was living his perfect life until he was accused of a murder he didn't commit. With the help of his new friend, Girly Pop, and his dog, Pickles, he follows the string of murders in their small, western town to discover the real killer and clear his name. However, nothing Is ever what it seems. Fisher Guy soon realized that he will have to look under the surface and follow the clues to stay out of jail and catch the murderer.
- Running time
- 60 minutes
- Characters
- 9
- Performers
- Middle school, High school, 18+
- Audience
- Middle school, High school, 18+
Synopsis
Fisher Guy has been living with his dog ever since his sister left for Charm School. His parents died so they have been living alone in their own peaceful existence. Without warning, Fisher Guy is arrested for a murder he didn’t commit. Without any evidence to support his claim against the young man, the Sheriff is forced to let him go. Fisher Guy is determined to find the killer and put them behind bars. While investigating, he finds his sister, Elise, and Girly Pop in the town. He teams up with Girly Pop and starts his investigation again when the killer strikes again. This time it’s personal for Girly Pop; her ex boyfriend was the victim. Fisher Guy was arrested again and Girly Pop broke him out of jail. They continue their investigation until the Sheriff is found dead. When the pair check the latest crime scene they find a pair of gloves that Elise always wears. After they confront her, Fisher Guy forms a plan to arrest Elise. They set up a trap and arrest her. The play ends with Elise being taken away by the State Cop.