Rand Higbee

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Playwright

Originally from Spearfish, South Dakota, Rand Higbee obtained a Theatre degree from South Dakota State University and an MFA in Playwriting from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Since college days Rand has become known for his “family friendly” comedies.

Among his many honors, the debut production of his full length "A Girl Named Destiny" at the Venus Theater in Laurel, Maryland, was named as one of the best plays of the year by "DC Metro Theatre Arts." His short play "Oh, No! I Flew Too Close to the Sun!" is in the Smith and Kraus anthology "The Best 10 Minute Plays 2024." His play The Death of Gingerbread will be
included in the 2025 edition. Rand currently lives in Yachats, Oregon.

June 22, 2025

OH NO! I FLEW TOO CLOSE TO THE SUN!

It is Rome in 120 A.D. Festus is quite excited when he learns that he has been cast in the role of Icarus in a performance at the Colosseum. However, his enthusiasm quickly wanes when stage workers Sabina and Brutus gradually fill him in as to what exactly the role requires.