Writing
Below is information regarding Michael Floyd's writing projects including playscripts, films and fiction.
POETZ CORNER
Full Length Play for 3 Men and 2 Women.
Using the lives of four great poets as inspiration, this drama is set in an un-named American city. Each major character is based upon a literary figure and the play illustrates what might happen if these characters were homeless and interacting with each other. Edgar Allan Poe becomes a broken hearted gay man. Sir John Suckling becomes a drug dealer and petty thief. Sylvia Plath becomes a young prostitute and ex-junkie. And William Shakespeare is re-imagined as the homeless writer who is a father to them all.
This piece is currently available for productions. Please contact me for more information.
THE CITY
Full Length Play
Set in a futuristic city, this tragedy concerns a group of young street hustlers who become the target of an all-powerful emperor. Mixing the structures of Greek and Shakespearean plays with stylized contemporary speech and subject matter, this unique piece is perfect for a group of young actors and actresses who want to take on more advanced topics.
ANT HILLS
Film, Unrated
This poignant drama is the story of a bond between college student Joel and Ben, a fatherless boy, brought together by a mentoring program. But that bond is tested when Joel tests positive for HIV. This touching tale of strength in the face of ignorance and fear stars Ken Baumann from the television show THE SECRET LIFE OF AN AMERICAN TEENAGER in an early film role.
*Unfortunately, this film is currently unavailable.*
POETZ CORNER
Full Length Play for 3 Men and 2 Women.
Using the lives of four great poets as inspiration, this drama is set in an un-named American city. Each major character is based upon a literary figure and the play illustrates what might happen if these characters were homeless and interacting with each other. Edgar Allan Poe becomes a broken hearted gay man. Sir John Suckling becomes a drug dealer and petty thief. Sylvia Plath becomes a young prostitute and ex-junkie. And William Shakespeare is re-imagined as the homeless writer who is a father to them all.
This piece is currently available for productions. Please contact me for more information.
THE CITY
Full Length Play
Set in a futuristic city, this tragedy concerns a group of young street hustlers who become the target of an all-powerful emperor. Mixing the structures of Greek and Shakespearean plays with stylized contemporary speech and subject matter, this unique piece is perfect for a group of young actors and actresses who want to take on more advanced topics.
ANT HILLS
Film, Unrated
This poignant drama is the story of a bond between college student Joel and Ben, a fatherless boy, brought together by a mentoring program. But that bond is tested when Joel tests positive for HIV. This touching tale of strength in the face of ignorance and fear stars Ken Baumann from the television show THE SECRET LIFE OF AN AMERICAN TEENAGER in an early film role.
*Unfortunately, this film is currently unavailable.*