"Summa de Arithmetica: The Merchant's Ledger" DRAMA SCRIPT

In the vibrant city of Perugia during the Renaissance, “Summa de Arithmetica: The Merchant’s Ledger” brings to life the true story of Luca Pacioli, the father of accounting. As local merchants struggle with rampant theft and unreliable financial records, Pacioli, alongside the ingenious Leonardo da Vinci, introduces a groundbreaking approach to business: double-entry bookkeeping. Through engaging dialogue and dramatic confrontations, this play captures the transformative impact of Pacioli’s work on commerce and how his visionary methods established the foundation for modern accounting. The drama highlights the intersection of innovation, skepticism, and the pursuit of knowledge in a time where commerce was as much about survival as it was about profit.