Full-Length (90 Min.)
Dark Comedy, Drama
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Franklinland

by Lloyd Suh
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Synopsis

The story of growing up as the only son of Benjmain Franklin: the greatest scientific mind in the world, inventor of the lightning rod and the urinary catheter and the glass harmonica and bifocal glasses and, oh yeah, in his spare time the United States of America.

Casting & Production

Casting

BEN Franklin — aging from 46 to 79 years old

WILLIAM Franklin — aging from 20 to 53 years old

William TEMPLE Franklin — 23 years old

Setting

Time
1752 to 1785

Place
Philadelphia, the Atlantic Ocean, London, and New Jersey

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"A unique and unexpected retelling of the birth of the nation… Hilarious. The ideas Suh’s script grapple with prove even more moving than the comedy."

- Onstage Colorado

"[A]… very cool little play."

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"A revelation and a delight."

- Newcity Stage

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Upcoming Productions

Mar 12 – Apr 05, 2026
Arts Club Theatre Company
Vancouver, BC
Apr 29 – May 24, 2026
B Street Theatre
Sacramento, CA
May 07 – Jun 07, 2026
Lantern Theater Company
Philadelphia, PA
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