The Mighty Marching Meerkats

by Bets Swadis

Sam, Merc, Alex and Carla are the best of friends. And this weekend is the State Finals for marching band. But, when the group is involved in a chemical spill and gain superpowers, their chance at glory may be at risk. Sam, the drum major and conductor of the band is stuck invisible! How will these burgeoning heroes deal with college applications, family trouble, crushes, and helping their friend?

Sam, Merc, Alex and Carla are the best of friends. And this weekend is the State Finals for marching band. But, when the group is involved in a chemical spill and gain superpowers, their chance at glory may be at risk. Sam, the drum major and conductor of the band is stuck invisible! How will these burgeoning heroes deal with college applications, family trouble, crushes, and helping their friend?

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The Mighty Marching Meerkats

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  • Trey Everett: The Mighty Marching Meerkats by Bets Swadis
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    A vibrant and compelling play that blends humor, heart, and a touch of the supernatural. Well-rounded cast of characters, the story explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and resilience in an engaging and deeply relatable way. Witty dialogue that really brings the characters to life. Kudos!

    A vibrant and compelling play that blends humor, heart, and a touch of the supernatural. Well-rounded cast of characters, the story explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and resilience in an engaging and deeply relatable way. Witty dialogue that really brings the characters to life. Kudos!

    ”

Character Information

4 young adults to play teenagers. 1 woman/non-binary to play a woman adult.
  • Sam
    High school senior. Bisexual.
    Reliable, independent, and the anchor of the group.
    Turns invisible. Drum Major.
    Senior in high school
    Cis female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • Carla
    High school senior. Latina. Gay.
    Close friend of Alex and part of the band.
    Passionate, headstrong, secretly in love with Sam.
    Control over electricity and electronic devices. Flute.
    Senior in high school
    Latina -- possibly bi-racial/multi-racial
    Cis female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • Alex
    High school senior. Black. Gay.
    Another member of their friend group.
    An intellectual, often feels unheard.
    Projects his thoughts into others' minds. Drums.
    Senior in high school
    African American/Black
    Cis male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      Black, African, Caribbean, or African American
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man
  • Merc
    High school senior. Agender. Asexual.
    Forthright and candid. Brash exterior but deeply values friendships.
    Detects the moods and emotions of others through auras. Color Guard.
    Senior in high school
    Non-binary or agender
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Non-binary
  • Madame Luna
    Older woman.
    Local psychic who attempts to guide the group.
    Wise, cryptic at times, but genuinely wants to help…. Or does she?
    Local psychic.
    40+
    Cis female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman

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