Jena Rashid

Jena Rashid is a Pakistani, female-identifying playwright who is currently based in Orlando, FL. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with a BA in Theatre Studies and a minor in music in 2021. She has worked as a stage manager, director, playwright, actor and other roles throughout her career. Since she graduated, she has interned at Orlando Shakes and Florida Studio Theatre and currently works with Jobsite Theater as a Producing Associate and with the Orlando Shakes and is a National New Play Network affiliated artist. In addition, she still writes plays when she can, and her works can be found on the NewPlayExchange.org. Her plays have been workshopped and developed since 2018. Most recently her plays 'The Ultimate Cheeseburger' and 'Therapy' were professionally...

Jena Rashid is a Pakistani, female-identifying playwright who is currently based in Orlando, FL. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with a BA in Theatre Studies and a minor in music in 2021. She has worked as a stage manager, director, playwright, actor and other roles throughout her career. Since she graduated, she has interned at Orlando Shakes and Florida Studio Theatre and currently works with Jobsite Theater as a Producing Associate and with the Orlando Shakes and is a National New Play Network affiliated artist. In addition, she still writes plays when she can, and her works can be found on the NewPlayExchange.org. Her plays have been workshopped and developed since 2018. Most recently her plays 'The Ultimate Cheeseburger' and 'Therapy' were professionally workshopped and her plays 'The One with the Ghost' and 'Dinner Date' received world premieres.

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Scripts

Jukebox

by Jena Rashid

Cast Size
4
Genre
drama

On one of the worst weeks of Alex's life she wanders into a local, downtown bar for a drink. However, unbeknownst to her, she ends up learning about a magical jukebox that takes it's residence within the bar. One, that legend says, plays the exact perfect song that the listener needs to hear in that moment. Through the bar regulars she, shockingly, learns that this silly story is actually true...or does she?

On one of the worst weeks of Alex's life she wanders into a local, downtown bar for a drink. However, unbeknownst to her, she ends up learning about a magical jukebox that takes it's residence within the bar. One, that legend says, plays the exact perfect song that the listener needs to hear in that moment. Through the bar regulars she, shockingly, learns that this silly story is actually true...or does she?

The Ultimate Cheeseburger

by Jena Rashid

2
Cast Size
5—6
Genre
comedy,
drama,
mystery/thriller

The employees at Chicken & Roots, Co. are just trying to make ends meet like most of working America. When those who run the place only aim to profit off the backs of these employees, who knows how far they’ll go to make a quick buck. But when one worker is finally pushed to the brink, only the unthinkable happens that turns this place on its head.

The employees at Chicken & Roots, Co. are just trying to make ends meet like most of working America. When those who run the place only aim to profit off the backs of these employees, who knows how far they’ll go to make a quick buck. But when one worker is finally pushed to the brink, only the unthinkable happens that turns this place on its head.

Therapy

by Jena Rashid

1
Cast Size
4
Genre
dark comedy,
melodrama,
mystery/thriller,
satire

Dr. Cleo Magnus takes great pride in his work and the people it brings into his life as a therapist. He lives for the excitement and thrill of meeting new clients and working with them. His newest client, Jane, is no exception to this. However, things take a turn when feelings start to develop into impulses that neither party are sure that they can resist acting on.

Dr. Cleo Magnus takes great pride in his work and the people it brings into his life as a therapist. He lives for the excitement and thrill of meeting new clients and working with them. His newest client, Jane, is no exception to this. However, things take a turn when feelings start to develop into impulses that neither party are sure that they can resist acting on.

The One with the Ghost

by Jena Rashid

Cast Size
4
Genre
comedy

After apartment hunting for what feels like forever, Bryan has finally found the perfect place. Close to his day job, reasonably priced and has a roof. The only catch is that it’s haunted by the ghost of a Friends loving Millennial named Benji. Truths are discovered and moments are shared as this unlikely duo are stuck together for the time being. As they share their lives and lots of laughs, Benji helps Bryan...

After apartment hunting for what feels like forever, Bryan has finally found the perfect place. Close to his day job, reasonably priced and has a roof. The only catch is that it’s haunted by the ghost of a Friends loving Millennial named Benji. Truths are discovered and moments are shared as this unlikely duo are stuck together for the time being. As they share their lives and lots of laughs, Benji helps Bryan discover what he wants and if what’s got now is true to his heart.

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First Day

by Jena Rashid

Cast Size
5
Genre
comedy,
holiday,
young audiences,
zoom

It's the first day of school and everyone's dreading it, even the teacher. To make things even more interesting Nancy, a foreign exchange student joins, them for the semester to learn about their culture. Which means everyone will be on their best behavior, right?

It's the first day of school and everyone's dreading it, even the teacher. To make things even more interesting Nancy, a foreign exchange student joins, them for the semester to learn about their culture. Which means everyone will be on their best behavior, right?

Passage

by Jena Rashid

Cast Size
4
Genre
drama,
movement/physical

Sometimes we don't realize that a lot of the things our parents did, traumatized us. This is a play about accepting that and releasing that.

Sometimes we don't realize that a lot of the things our parents did, traumatized us. This is a play about accepting that and releasing that.

Now Calling...

by Jena Rashid

Cast Size
4—5
Genre
comedy,
science fiction

Roger arrives for his doctor's appointment but there's just one issue: he doesn't remember arranging it or how he got there for that matter. As Roger waits, Petunia helps Roger through the check-in process, but not everything is as it seems.

Roger arrives for his doctor's appointment but there's just one issue: he doesn't remember arranging it or how he got there for that matter. As Roger waits, Petunia helps Roger through the check-in process, but not everything is as it seems.

Dinner Date

by Jena Rashid

2
Cast Size
3
Genre
comedy,
holiday,
romantic comedy

Andy and Rebecca have been dating for a few years and it's time for their annual Valentine's Day dinner. But each person has something to say about the future of the relationship, good or bad. Will V-Day bring out the best in them or just help them realize the worst?

Andy and Rebecca have been dating for a few years and it's time for their annual Valentine's Day dinner. But each person has something to say about the future of the relationship, good or bad. Will V-Day bring out the best in them or just help them realize the worst?

Cahoot

by Jena Rashid

Cast Size
3
Genre
comedy,
farce,
immersive,
political,
satire,
young audiences,
zoom

Combining politics with the popular interactive game Kahoot! this piece utilizes Brechtian influences as the world representatives (and their intern) try their hand at lawmaking.

Combining politics with the popular interactive game Kahoot! this piece utilizes Brechtian influences as the world representatives (and their intern) try their hand at lawmaking.