The Final Debate by Rachel Bublitz

TEN-MINUTE: While preparing for their annual debate in front of the whole school, Jaime and Courtlin receive devastating news.
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The Final Debate

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  • D. Lee Miller:
    3 Jul. 2020
    “ This well-written play carries you along a recognizable road until it blows you away with truth and reality. It is very meaningful regarding gun violence. The teenage roles would be welcome in any high school or adult theatre. Well done Bublitz. ”
  • Cheryl Bear:
    3 Jul. 2020
    “ A timely piece where students pick up the mantle for people to value their lives and finally take action on gun control. Well done. ”
  • Jennifer Kokai:
    2 Oct. 2018
    “ I was lucky enough to direct the first performance of this for Plan-B this fall. Bublitz has created two sharply distinct female teenage characters. They are smart, serious, and great roles for actresses to play. The audience responded very strongly to this piece and it was clear it had a significant impact. Strongly recommend this ten minute. ”
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Character Information

The actors playing Courtlin, Jaime, and Chris should each have different racial identities.

  • Courtlin
    17-18,
    Female
    A senior in high school
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      Teens, 20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Female, Non-binary
  • Jamie
    17-18,
    Female
    A senior in high school.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      Teens, 20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Female, Non-binary
  • Chris
    older than Courtlin and Jaime.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      Any adult age
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Any gender

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