Write a short script (15–20 lines) that creates an imagined scene between two or three characters. The scene should show a universal theme, such as "friends help and defend each other” or "fights can last a long time.” Be sure to set the mood of your scene by using stage directions to show how characters should interact with one another.
Title: A True Friendship
Characters:
- Sarah: a determined and passionate girl
- Emma: a supportive and loyal friend
- Kate: a doubtful and uncertain friend
(Scene: Sarah is preparing to audition for a school play. She is pacing nervously, checking her lines and taking deep breaths. Emma enters, observing Sarah with concern.)
Emma: (softly) Sarah, you've got this. You've rehearsed your lines a hundred times. Believe in yourself.
Sarah: (stops pacing, looks at Emma) I know, but what if I mess up? What if I forget my lines?
Emma: (truly believes in Sarah) Sarah, you've got the talent. I've seen you perform before, and you're amazing. Just remember, I'm right here with you.
(Kate enters, noticing the nervous atmosphere. She approaches slowly.)
Kate: What's going on here? Why do you look so worried, Sarah?
Sarah: (sighs) I have an audition for the school play, and I'm terrified. I don't think I can do it.
Emma: Sarah, remember when we were kids? You played the lead role in our school's play. You were fearless back then. You can do it again.
Kate: (without much confidence) Maybe Emma's right. You have talent, Sarah, but I'm not so sure about this.
(Sarah looks at Emma, uncertain, while Emma nudges Kate subtly.)
Emma: (whispering) Kate, you remember how Sarah helped you when you were in trouble? Don't you think it's time to return the favor?
(Kate looks hesitant but finally gives in and takes Sarah's hand.)
Kate: Alright, Sarah. Let's do this together. I believe in you.
Sarah: (smiles) Thank you, Kate. Your support means a lot to me.
(They take a moment to hold hands, then Sarah takes a deep breath and walks confidently towards the audition room. Emma and Kate exchange a proud and reassuring look.)
Emma: She's going to do great, isn't she?
Kate: (with conviction) Yes, she will. And whatever the outcome, we'll be there for her.
(Scene ends with Emma and Kate waiting anxiously for Sarah's return, both ready to celebrate her success or comfort her in her defeat. Their bond as friends is unbreakable.)