Auditions. Bad line readings. Kids who can’t hit the note. Divas in training. It can all be found in the SCHOOL PLAY, and today we’re talking about two of our favorite examples of that trope. There may not be much acting going on here, but there is DRAMA. Listen here.
Episodes:
- My So-Called Life 1×17 “Betrayal” | Jan. 12, 1995 on ABC | Rayanne wins a role in the school play, but betrays Angela by sleeping with Jordan. Patty suspects Graham and Hallie’s relationship may be more than professional. (IMDb) | Available to digitally purchase
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- Pretty Little Liars 1×18 “The Badass Seed”| Feb. 21, 2011 on ABCFamily | As tensions rise, the girls ponder the true nature of evil; Aria views the school play as an opportunity to get closer to Ezra, but will her plan backfire? (IMDb) | Available to digitally purchase
Honorable Mentions
Skins, 90210, Gilmore Girls, Summer Heights High
Categories Judged
- Play choice
- Relevance to plot
- B-plots
- Overall
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Beth: Schitt’s Creek season five and beginning of season six!
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