Commedia della Morte (or, The Holy Ghost)

Nick, an agnostic, and Wayne, a staunch atheist, argue about life after death in the wake of their mutual friend's death. Suddenly, a mysterious figure calling himself Brechtwald appears, tempting them in more ways than one. Faith and friendship is tested in this dark comedy.

Cast: 
Wayne 20-25 edit delete Mid-twenties. A staunch atheist. After the death of his father in his youth, Wayne has adopted a dark, cynical outlook on life. Maybe his rude behavior is his own way of grieving Lily. Maybe it’s just him. Can be played by: Age: 20s Race/Ethnicity: Any race/ethnicity Gender: Male, Non-binary Nick 20-25, Male edit delete Mid-twenties. Agnostic. Nick is still in the denial phase after the death of Lily, a woman he thinks he loved. Can be played by: Age: 20s Race/Ethnicity: Any race/ethnicity Gender: Male, Non-binary Brechtwald (unbilled) edit delete Shifting between accents and behaviors, one could earnestly describe Brechtwald as anyone -- or anything. He is described as male in the script but could be any sex, any gender, and any adult age. Can be played by: Age: Any adult age Race/Ethnicity: Any race/ethnicity Gender: Any gender