The Interview - TEN-MINUTE PLAY

When unemployed Sam interviews at Pinnacle Dynamics with a completely fabricated resume, they unknowingly meet Alex, an intern impersonating the hiring manager. Their interview spirals into increasingly absurd lies as each tries to impress the other - from quantum blockchain expertise to dolphin-astronaut communication systems. After the receptionist accidentally exposes their deceptions, their shared honesty...

When unemployed Sam interviews at Pinnacle Dynamics with a completely fabricated resume, they unknowingly meet Alex, an intern impersonating the hiring manager. Their interview spirals into increasingly absurd lies as each tries to impress the other - from quantum blockchain expertise to dolphin-astronaut communication systems. After the receptionist accidentally exposes their deceptions, their shared honesty creates an unexpected connection. Sam's actual theater background matches the company's need for training videos, while Alex makes the first genuine professional contact. Their talent for creative lying might translate into real opportunity after all.

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The Interview - TEN-MINUTE PLAY

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Character Information

  • SAM JOHNSON
    SAM JOHNSON: The job applicant who has completely fabricated their resume and has zero experience in the field.
    Character Age
    25
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Male
  • ALEX RIVERA
    The interviewer is not a manager but an intern pretending to be one while the real manager is out sick.
    Character Age
    34
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Male
  • MORGAN
    A receptionist who makes brief appearances, potentially the only honest person in the play.
    Character Age
    20
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Male