Second Zechariah
By Erik Abbott

National Playwrights’ Conference Eugene O’Neill Theater Center Semi-Finalist 2020

In the sleek corridors of corporate power, uncomfortable truths are hard to face—and even harder to expose. When Chloë, a principled junior colleague, confronts senior executive Esther about their firm’s silence surrounding allegations against its celebrated visionary—known only as The Genius—a tense reckoning begins. As Chloë pushes for accountability, Esther grapples with ambition, regret, and the cost of complicity. Interwoven with haunting glimpses of The Genius himself—first in a controlled interview, then in a fiery public defense—Second Zechariah is a gripping exploration of truth, power, and the stories we choose to believe. Riveting and timely, this drama asks: What are we willing to risk to do what’s right?

Staged Reading, Drama
Rating: PG-13
Audience advisory: Due to thematic content & emotional depth. Viewer discretion is advised.

Runtime: 75 minutes. 15 minute intermission.
Admission: $10.00 + fees

Performances:
Friday, August 15, 2025, 7:30pm
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 7:30pm

Cast:
ESTHER – Sara Sarna
CHLOE – Jessie Jefferson
THE GENIUS – Thomas Aldridge
NARRATOR – Diane Kallas

Production Team:
Directed by Julie Ferris-Tillman
Producer: Kit Seidel

SECOND ZECHARIAH is presented by special arrangement with New Play Exchange.