The Makeout Session

Two high school seniors—one bold, one seemingly shy—sneak away for what appears to be a secret makeout session on a cliff side overlook. But as the girl pushes for connection, the boy's awkwardness takes a strange turn. What starts as teenage flirtation unravels into a chilling revelation. What does it mean to be alive, or loved, if you were designed to follow the rules? This two-hander begins as a teenage...

Two high school seniors—one bold, one seemingly shy—sneak away for what appears to be a secret makeout session on a cliff side overlook. But as the girl pushes for connection, the boy's awkwardness takes a strange turn. What starts as teenage flirtation unravels into a chilling revelation. What does it mean to be alive, or loved, if you were designed to follow the rules? This two-hander begins as a teenage romantic comedy and twists into a sharp sci-fi psychological thriller that interrogates grief, identity, and the ethics of artificial intelligence.

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The Makeout Session

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  • Joseph Sexton: The Makeout Session

    I caught this gem at the Chain Theatre one act festival. Great piece. It raises some important questions about technology.

    I caught this gem at the Chain Theatre one act festival. Great piece. It raises some important questions about technology.

Character Information

  • Boy
    Character Age
    18-25
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
  • Girl
    Character Age
    18-25
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Female

Production History

  • Type Professional, Organization Equity Library Theatre, Year 2025
  • Type Professional, Organization Philipstown Depot Theatre, Year 2025