Chatroom
by Enda Walsh

Name: Chatroom
Brand: Enda Walsh
SKU: 9780573052569
Rating: 3.6 (228 reviews)

Highlights

One Act British

What readers are saying

Readers generally find 'Chatroom' to be an engaging and relevant play for teenagers, especially in the context of cyberbullying and mental health. Many praise its simplicity in production and the depth of its themes, though some feel it may be a bit dated or short. There are mixed feelings about the characters and dialogue authenticity, but overall, it sparks thoughtful discussions among young audiences.

Engaging for teen audiencesThought-provoking themesSimple to producePowerful message about bullyingSome characters feel inauthenticMay be a bit dated

Synopsis

Characters: 3 males, 3 females.

Scenery: A bare stage The six teenage characters communicate only via the internet.

Conversations range in subject from Britney Spears to Willy Wonka to - suicide: Jim is depressed and talks of ending his life and Eva and William decide to do their utmost to persuade him to carry out his threat.

From this chilling premise is forged a funny, compelling and uplifting play that tackles the issues of teenage life head-on and with great understanding.