The Intentional Theatre
First Annual International Short Play Festival - 2006
"Bonjour Raconteur", by Jay Huling of Jacksonville FL, tells the story of Russ Gettys, a nice enough guy who's just simply lost his direction in life, and then happens across a 10,000 year-old genie's bottle on the beach.  

It's hard navigating your way through three wishes that could change your life.  Especially when you use - or lose - one just getting in the front door.  But with a little help, you might find your way to getting exactly what you need, despite what you think you want.  "Hey - this ain't I Dream of Jeannie."  "Bonjour Raconteur" closed out our festival as the last play of the night on the last weekend to a roomful of laughs and applause.  A great end to a great show.
About the Play

The Genie (David Cardone, left) and Russ (Brian Olsen, right) begin the negotiations over how to use Russ' wishes. There are rules which you the average beach-comber isn't likely aware, especially against the trick wish we all think of-- 
"I wish to have another wish.... plus a bonus wish!" 
"REJECTED!" 
"Awww, I was sure I had you on that one."

And it goes without saying, don't order the Lobster Newburgh.

About the Actors

David Cardone made his debut with The Intentional Theatre in the Festival.  David last appeared as Phil in Inspecting Carol with the Nutmeg Players.  Favorite roles include a stressed waiter, identical twins (?), a speech-challenged jazz musician (??), Humphrey Bogart and other assorted blustering clueless individuals.  

Brian Olsen has appeared in many local productions in Connecticut and Rhode Island. He attempts to teach this madness called ‘theatre’ in the Madison school system.  He appeared last year in The Intentional Theatre production of Lets Make A Scene.

About the Playwright

As the Creative Director for a Jacksonville advertising agency, Jay Huling’s radio and television commercials have been honored with national and regional awards – including numerous TELLY®, ADDY®, and Silver Microphone® awards and  Best of Category (Public Service) at the International Wildlife Film Festival.

As a Playwright, his works have been produced in Florida, Texas, Pennsylvania, New York and Washington, D.C. and now Connecticut.  His achievements include numerous First Place wins and Finalist placings.

Jay Huling graduated from Jacksonville University, earning his BFA in Theatre Arts.  He is a member of the Dramatists Guild.  

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