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Better Than The Movie

Better Than The Movie

by Jeffrey Harr

First dates can be the worst or the best. Especially when you're on a date with the guy or girl of your dreams.

Will the giant soda cause bladder issues? Will the Heimlich maneuver be needed over a popcorn kernel? Will the disgruntled guy in the back ruin everything? Read on to see how this date turns out!

Comedy

Average Producer Rating:

Recommended for High Schools and Middle Schools

About 20 minutes
Times given are approximate and do not include intermissions/scene changes/breaks
3 Characters
1 M | 1 F | 1 Any Gender
Simple set
12 pages

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