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Fidget

by Bradley Hayward Canadian Author

Why do kids find it so hard to stop moving?

Kids are constantly being told to hold still. But that’s impossible when all they want to do is move forward at warp speed.

From disputes with friends and troubles at home, to negative self-image and unfortunate sugar highs, this vignette play explores the need to fidget in a world that gets more stressful every day. Jam-packed with rich characters and unique theatricality, this entirely gender flexible play is sure to entertain audiences of all ages.

Average Producer Rating: 4.5 out of 5

This is a vignette play!

Recommended for High Schools and Middle Schools

At a Glance

Running Time
About 30 minutes
Approximate; excludes intermissions and scene changes
Cast
6 Characters
6 Any Gender
Expandable to 28
Productions
Produced by 60+ schools
Licensed by schools and youth theatres around the world
Set
Simple set
Length
27 pages
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Praise for Fidget

4 out of 5 stars
Angela Blackwood
John Burke High
No set required. Flexible doubling. Clear, guided script that supports first-time directors without requiring heavy interpretation. Great for newer actors or those who prefer fewer lines, with simple props.
5 out of 5 stars
bob paterson-watt
Woodbine Heights Baptist Church
From the first read, the cast owned it in their bodies. And as we made our way through rehearsals toward performance weekend, it had percolated into their hearts and souls. The playwright attended Friday's performance and was very emotional with gratitude for our collective treatment of his work.

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