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The story takes place in a small town, where 12-year-old Conor lives with his mother and grandfather. Conor's mother is terminally ill, and he struggles to come to terms with the possibility of losing her. One night, a mysterious tree monster appears in Conor's backyard, claiming to be a monster from another world. The monster, who is both intimidating and kind, begins to visit Conor regularly, helping him navigate his emotions and find ways to cope with his mother's illness.

CONNOR: (angrily) That's not fair! She's the best person in the world, and she's going to die?

This version was "devised," meaning it was built through actor improvisation in the rehearsal room. You can find the official published version through Concord Theatricals or Amazon .

CONNOR: (gratefully) Thanks for listening, Monster.