Governing Alice
by C. Denby Swanson

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Highlights

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One Act30 minsPresent DayRole(s) for Teen(s)Flexible Cast SizeBare Stage/Simple SetContemporary Costumes/Street ClothesComedy

Synopsis

In this modern adaptation of the Greek classic Antigone, a rebellious high school student named Alice must respond to the sudden and shattering death of her older brother, the class valedictorian – who was shot while robbing a convenience store.

Up against an unyielding principal and accompanied by a bookish Geek Chorus, Alice must find her own way through personal and classical tragedy.

In honoring her brother, she'll probably break some rules.

Which is more important?

Characters

Character	Gender	Age	Description
Izzy Her sister.	female	—	Her sister.
Ethan Her brother.	female	—	Her brother.
Principal	—	—	—
English Teacher	—	—	—
Convenience Store Owner	—	—	—
A Geek Chorus	—	—	—
Geek Leader	—	—	—
Alice	—	—	—