Praise for 10 First Dates’ Run at the Etcetera Theatre
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “fast-paced and funny” ~ London Pub Theatre Reviews
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “The writing is insightful and also very funny” ~ My View From the Stalls
About 10 First Dates
Gooper Dust Productions produced this play for the Women’s Writers Festival at Camden’s Etcetera Theatre from March 20-24, 2026.
After 25 years of marriage, Maggie Callahan finds herself newly single and thrown into the chaotic world of modern dating. Armed with nothing but a martini and a sense of humor, she endures 10 wildly different first dates, from a narcissist obsessed with selfies to a spiritual guru who won’t stop trying to balance her chakras. As Maggie faces the absurd realities of dating apps, mismatched personalities, and midlife crises, she begins to realize that love is more complicated—and hilarious—than she ever imagined. 10 First Dates is a comedic exploration of relationships, self-discovery, and the unexpected joys of being single.
CW: Please note that the script contains profanity, sexual misconduct, and vague reference to sexual violence.
Cast :: 2 actors— 1 woman (40s/50s), 1 man (40s/50s) to play all 10 dates
Set :: Simple. Table with two chairs.
Runtime :: approx 60-75 min
Audience Reactions
“Loved the show! It was so touching and relevant!”
”The performances were brilliant!”
”It’s the best play I’ve seen in ages. Seriously.”
“It was wonderful! I enjoyed it so much.”
”Fantastic show!”
”Very funny and a great atmosphere.”
”It was superb.”
”I genuinely loved the play.”
Christine Rose 