When the Ink Dries

by Jackie Martin

ONE ACT. When Jamie Randall wins a national essay competition, the resulting publication should be a dream come true. The only problem? She wrote about her sister's addiction, and she is pretty sure her family won't be too happy when they find out.

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When the Ink Dries

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Monica Cross: When the Ink Dries by Jackie Martin

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It's scary being a writer. You have to be vulnerable and don't always know how people will respond. Jackie Martin captures that perfectly in this drama about a high school student whose essay about her sister's addiction is published. The family dynamics are really delicate and nuanced. The friendships are a fun balance of silly high school problems and deeper secrets and connections. This play is a great vehicle for high school students to explore heavy themes and complex relationships.

It's scary being a writer. You have to be vulnerable and don't always know how people will respond. Jackie Martin captures that perfectly in this drama about a high school student whose essay about her sister's addiction is published. The family dynamics are really delicate and nuanced. The friendships are a fun balance of silly high school problems and deeper secrets and connections. This play is a great vehicle for high school students to explore heavy themes and complex relationships.

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Character Information

Jamie Randall

Character Age

14-18

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  Teens,
  
  20s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Woman
SAM

Jamie's best friend

Character Age

teens

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Any
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  Teens,
  
  20s
Angie Randall

Jamie's Mother

Character Age

40-50s

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  Teens,
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s,
  
  50s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Woman
Ms. Cooke

Jamie's teacher; can be changed to Mr. or Mx. Cooke if needed/desired

Character Age

20s or older

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  Teens,
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s,
  
  50s,
  
  60s,
  
  70s+
Becca

Jamie's friend

Character Age

Teens

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  Teens,
  
  20s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Woman
Caleb

Jamie's friend

Character Age

teens

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Male
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  Teens,
  
  20s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Man
Maddie

Jamie's friend

Character Age

teens

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  Teens,
  
  20s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Woman
Dylan

Jamie's friend

Character Age

teens

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Any
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  Teens,
  
  20s
Morgan Randall

Jamie's other parent. Written as her father, but okay to change gender based on your casting needs.

Character Age

40s-50s

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Male
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  Teens,
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s,
  
  50s
Shayna Randall

Jamie's sister

Character Age

20

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  Teens,
  
  20s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Woman
Devon Collins

A reporter

Character Age

any adult age

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Any
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  Teens,
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s,
  
  50s,
  
  60s,
  
  70s+