Coronation by Peter Fenton

(4/27/24 WORLD PREMIERE REHEARSAL SCRIPT) FULL-LENGTH TEEN COMEDY. When cornered by the no-nonsense guidance counselor, a charming but slimy high school senior tells the story of how he crafted a scheme to manipulate the vote for Homecoming Queen in favor of his kind-hearted but unpopular friend to settle a deep-seated score. His plan went horribly right. #6.
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Coronation

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  • Brenton Kniess:
    12 Apr. 2024
    “ Peter Fenton's CORONATION offers a modernized take on the teen comedy of the early 2000s that will surprise and delight audiences. Fenton skillfully uses the common tropes of a teen comedy and makes them his own with this realistic dynamic of high school drama. A perfect show for teen actors! ”
  • Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn:
    5 Apr. 2024
    “ One of my close friends in high school was totally a "Dan Park." An "instigator" is what we called him. He loved to create chaos and cause other people to fight. In CORONATION, Dan's major downfall was that he saw everyone as cinematic stereotypes and not the layered humans that they are. This is a great show for young actors and a great way to illustrate the humanity behind the high school hierarchies. ”
  • Ryan Vaughan:
    31 Mar. 2024
    “ Genuine and authentic. The piece also uses flashback in a creative way. This would be a wonderful piece for a high school to sink their teeth into. ”
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Character Information

This play is written for as few as 6 actors of any ethnicity:
DAN and MARIA do not double as anyone else.
JANELLE can double as MISS ROGERS.
CANDICE can double as KATRINA and NICOLE.
MRS. LOWRY can double as SEÑORA BLEVINS and EMILY.
BRYAN can double as TYLER and MR. HAWKINS.
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Due to gender politics embedded in this script, MARIA, CANDICE, and JANELLE must be played female and BRYAN must be played male. Any bit roles can be gender-swapped.
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While written male, DAN may be played as a different gender. If played differently, have this character go by "Dan" or "Dee" ("Danny"/"DeeDee"), change all gendered language, and if appropriate, substitute "Deanna" for "Daniel".
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While written female, MRS. LOWRY may be played as a different gender. If played differently, have this character go by "Mr. Lowry" or "Counselor Lowry", change all gendered language, and if appropriate, substitute "Craig" for "Christine". If played male, this character was named Craig Lowry in high school.

  • Dan Park
    17,
    Any
    ,
    Male, written male
    Lead Role. A charming, media-savvy senior at Chamber Stone High bored of high school politics and gifted at manipulation. Despite his reputation as a troublemaker, Dan possesses a keen sense of loyalty to his friends and a hidden depth beneath his playful exterior. Likely on the shorter/smaller side.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      Teens, 20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Asian, Pacific Islander, or Asian American, Black, African, Caribbean, or African American, Latinx/o/a or Hispanic, Middle Eastern, North African, or Arab American, South Asian or South Asian American, White
    • Gender: 
      Male, Non-binary
  • Maria Wolcott
    17,
    Any
    ,
    Female
    Lead Role. A perky and artistic outcast at Chamber Stone High who unexpectedly finds herself thrust into the spotlight as a nominee for homecoming queen. Maria exudes warmth and authenticity, with a genuine desire to connect with others despite her newfound popularity.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      Teens, 20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Asian, Pacific Islander, or Asian American, Black, African, Caribbean, or African American, Latinx/o/a or Hispanic, Middle Eastern, North African, or Arab American, South Asian or South Asian American, White
    • Gender: 
      Female
  • Candice Davenport
    17,
    Any
    ,
    Female
    Major Role. An ambitious and driven student council president with aspirations for success and an Ivy League acceptance letter in hand. Candice is determined and focused, willing to do whatever it takes to achieve her goals, but she also grapples with the pressure to maintain her image and reputation.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      Teens, 20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Asian, Pacific Islander, or Asian American, Black, African, Caribbean, or African American, Latinx/o/a or Hispanic, Middle Eastern, North African, or Arab American, South Asian or South Asian American, White
    • Gender: 
      Female
  • Janelle Bordeaux
    18,
    Any
    ,
    Female
    Major Role. The popular cheerleader and morning news anchor at Chamber Stone High, Janelle is confident and outgoing, but also harbors insecurities beneath her glamorous facade. She struggles with the expectations placed upon her and yearns for genuine connections.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      Teens, 20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Asian, Pacific Islander, or Asian American, Black, African, Caribbean, or African American, Indigenous, First Nation, or Native American, Latinx/o/a or Hispanic, South Asian or South Asian American, White
    • Gender: 
      Female
  • Mrs. Lowry
    40s,
    Any
    ,
    Female, written female
    Major Role. The tough but kind guidance counselor at Chamber Stone High, Christine Lowry has called Dan Park into her office to get to the bottom of what's been going on with the race for homecoming queen. An empathetic listener who's nonetheless not afraid to ask a probing question—aka Dan Park's worst nightmare.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      30s, 40s, 50s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Asian, Pacific Islander, or Asian American, Black, African, Caribbean, or African American, Indigenous, First Nation, or Native American, Latinx/o/a or Hispanic, South Asian or South Asian American, White
    • Gender: 
      Female, Non-binary
  • Bryan McGrath
    18,
    Any
    ,
    Male
    Supporting Role. The golden boy of Chamber Stone High and Candice's boyfriend. Bryan is charismatic and well-liked by his peers (with the sole exception of Dan Park). He exudes confidence and charm, but also possesses a genuine kindness and compassion towards others.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      Teens, 20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Asian, Pacific Islander, or Asian American, Black, African, Caribbean, or African American, Indigenous, First Nation, or Native American, Latinx/o/a or Hispanic, South Asian or South Asian American, White
    • Gender: 
      Male

Development History

  • Workshop
    ,
    Newtown Arts Company
    ,
    2024
  • Commission
    ,
    Newtown Arts Company
    ,
    2023

Production History

  • Community Theater
    ,
    Newtown Arts Company
    ,
    2024