Description
Preview Includes:
- Synopsis
- Character Information
- Sample Script Pages
FULL SYNOPSIS
Family Matters is a poignant, dual-perspective piece exploring the impact of acceptance and rejection within families, particularly for young people discovering and expressing their identities. Through the interwoven stories of Leo and Alex, the script contrasts two vastly different experiences of coming out.
Leo’s story is one of loss and survival: after being rejected and cast out by his parents, he finds refuge in a chosen family Maya, Rafi, and Jules who offer him compassion and safety.
In contrast, Alex’s story presents a hopeful alternative. When he opens up to his parents about feeling “different,” he is met with immediate love, reassurance, and a willingness to learn.
Guided by reflective narrators and real-life-inspired quotes, Family Matters underscores a central message: every young person deserves to be seen, heard, and loved for who they are.
CHARACTERS – Originally written for 7 named roles and a large flexible ensemble of Narrators and Quote speakers representing real life experiences. Flexible casting allows roles to be doubled, reduced, or adapted to suit your group, with a recommended cast size of 10-28 performers.
RUN TIME – 5 – 8 Mins (Approx)
AGE RANGE – 14 to 18 (Suggested)
SCENE PACK INCLUDES – Script, synopsis, character breakdowns, line counts, digital show logos for marketing and Word and PDF versions of all documents for easy editing.
Flexible Scene Pack Terms
This is an adaptable Script Locker scene pack. You may change character names, cut or add lines, adjust casting and adapt the script to suit your performers.
Please do not share, upload, resell or redistribute the files outside the organisation that purchased them.
Suggested songs are for guidance only. Music licences, performance rights and backing tracks are not included.
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