Striking Out Author:Michael Bigelow Dixon, Valerie Smith Fun Play! Developed for California's South Coast Repertory Young Conservatory Players, this is the comic portrayal of a co-ed baseball team confronting the worst slump of the season -- without the coach. 8 boys, 6 girls, ages 8-16. One set. — A comedy in six innings, this a delightfully perceptive play about young America's favorite pastime -- Li... more »ttle League. Set in the visitor's dugout, with monologues on the pitcher's mound and at home plate, the Angels brass out a real game against an imaginary team of powerhouse hitters. The result is frantic, funny, and often touching as the team discovers they have a lot to learn about themselves and the true spirit of baseball. The play offers challenges in mime, cheerleading, and accurate, realistic characterization.« less