Stamp Collecting Hits The Big Stage

A play called “Mauritius” first became recognized at Huntington’s 2006 “Breaking Ground Festival.” It went on to receive great praise and has continued to grace big city theaters around the United States.

Just like the name would lead you to believe, the play is story about postage stamps. The world of philately takes center stage when “half-sisters inherit a book of rare stamps that may include the ‘crown jewel’ of the stamp-collecting world. The battle for possession takes a dangerous turn when three rival collectors enter the sisters' world, willing to go to any lengths to stake their claim on the find” as the show materials explain.

In an effort to make sure that the stamp collecting terminology was correct, two stamp collectors were taken in as advisors. Robert Odenweller and David Petruzelli are credited with making sure that the language was perfect for the play. I did some research to see if there has ever been a play having to do with postage stamps. This is apparently the first of its kind.

Stamp collectors should keep a watchful eye out for the gem of a play, but plan on leaving the kiddies at home. It has strong language and is only recommended for the over 14 crowd. The reviews of this play have been fantastically positive. Not to spoil the story line, but the ending is noted as “ingenious” and something completely not expected. Who knew that a stamp collection could provide so much drama and comic relief?

If you have been fortunate enough to see this play, please leave a comment and let everyone know if you like it.