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The Redemption of Gertie Greene: Competition Version

The Redemption of Gertie Greene: Competition Version

by Taryn Temple

Gertie Greene is the new kid, and the rumors about her are already out of control. They say she bullies kids in the bathroom, topples football players, and gets suspended constantly. Even the teachers seem nervous around her. With so many stories swirling, how could they not be true? But is Gertie really the terrifying menace everyone claims she is?

In The Redemption of Gertie Greene: Competition Version, the truth takes center stage in the most surprising ways. Is Gertie truly the “freak,” “weirdo,” and “bully” people make her out to be, or is there more to her story? When Mrs. Fillmore’s unconventional drama students start to peel back the layers of gossip, they discover the transformative power of kindness and what it means to stand up for those who can’t defend themselves. Together, they uncover the real Gertie Greene—and challenge everyone’s assumptions in the process.

Dramedy
About 30 minutes
Times given are approximate and do not include intermissions/scene changes/breaks
16 Characters
4 M | 4 F | 8 Any Gender, Easily Expandable
Simple set
23 pages

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16 Characters
4 M, 4 F, 8 Any Gender, Easily Expandable

Characters in this play are currently identified as male or female. Directors are welcome to assign any gender (binary or non-binary) to any character - with the exception of NICOLE, GERTIE, CURT and PETE - and modify pronouns accordingly.

GERTIE [F] 10 lines
The new kid in school, rumored to be a terrible bully.
MRS. FILLMORE [F] 32 lines
The drama teacher, kind, good-humored, and energetic.
RACHEL [F] 18 lines
Outgoing, spirited, the kind of person you’d want to have as a friend.
SHANNON [F] 7 lines
The queen of sarcasm.
JESSIE [F] 9 lines
Often caught up in gossip.
BRYAN [M] 5 lines
The class joker, has a pun for everything.
ANNA [F] 7 lines
Nerdy, over-eager, always has her hand in the air, oblivious to social dynamics.
JEFF [M] 8 lines
A theater enthusiast, tries to keep the other guys on track.
NICOLE [F] 22 lines
Quiet and shy, drama class is her chance to finally come out of her shell.
CURT [M] 7 lines
Loves drama class but wishes he was good at sports to please his dad.
CASEY [M] 8 lines
Fun and reliable friend, the music expert of drama class.
ALEX [F] 2 lines
Struggles in school, drama class is her only escape.
BETH [F] 14 lines
Drama class student who is game to try anything.
JACOB [M] 5 lines
Energetic and enthusiastic.
REBECCA [F] 12 lines
The fashionista of the group.
C.J. [M] 5 lines
An over-the-top dude who doesn’t always pay attention in class.

Additional Characters
FOOTBALL JOCKS 1-4 [M] 2, 3, 3, 2 lines
MRS. CRANBERRY [F] 1 line
The bubbly school counselor
PETE MACKLESON [M] 6 lines
The popular guy with a dark side
GOSSIPERS 1-7 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1 lines
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