SYNOPSIS

Romance and love are in the air. A thrilling comedy of circumstances creates acquaintances. Life-changing experiences and new beginnings are imminent. There are guns, there is dance, there is laughter and a tinge of sad endings. But love, like life, must go on. Or will it?

By Dan Ochogo Oronje

In Sandra & Charlie, a captivating stage play filled with tension, romance, and a series of unexpected twists, two lost souls collide in a world where crime and heartbreak intertwine. Sandra Green, a middle-aged Southern belle yearning for the days of gentlemanly charm, is thrown into a whirlwind of danger when a group of bank robbers arrive at her doorstep. At the center of it all is Charlie Harris Kaulikazi, a disillusioned Gulf War veteran from Kenya who has turned to bank robbery in a desperate bid to survive in America.

As Charlie lingers behind during a heist, an unexpected bond forms between him and Sandra, both haunted by their heart-wrenching pasts. This unlikely connection, born in the midst of danger, blossoms into a fervent romance as they grapple with love, loss, and the yearning for a brighter future. However, with the law closing in and betrayal lurking in every shadow, their budding romance is tested in the most unforeseen ways.

As secrets unravel and shocking revelations surface, Sandra, and Charlie must decide what they’re willing to risk for a future that may never come. Will they escape the ghosts of their pasts, or will fate have the final say?

Sandra & Charlie is a thrilling fusion of crime, romance, and drama, a treat for fans of Bonnie & Clyde and Natural Born Killers. Dan Ochogo Oronje crafts a high-stakes love story brimming with intense emotion, unexpected humor, and a rollercoaster of twists to keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last scene. This unique blend of genres promises an exhilarating and unforgettable theatrical experience.

For readers and theater lovers who crave stories of redemption, passion, and the power of love in the face of impossible odds, Sandra & Charlie is a must-read.