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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.

Also available in a one-act version here.

Recommended for Middle Schools

At a Glance

Running Time
About 30 minutes
Approximate; excludes intermissions and scene changes
Cast
16 Characters
4 M 4 F 8 Any Gender
Easily Expandable
Set
Simple set
Length
23 pages
Free Excerpt

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16 Characters

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

Additional Characters

  • FOOTBALL JOCKS 1-4 Male 2, 3, 3, 2 lines
  • MRS. CRANBERRY Female 1 line
    The bubbly school counselor
  • PETE MACKLESON Male 6 lines
    The popular guy with a dark side
  • GOSSIPERS 1-7 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1 lines

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