One-act drama

The Hoodie

by Emy McGuire

Running time45 min

Cast11 or more actorsMostly female cast

SetSimple locationsSuggest each place with a few pieces

CompetitionYes, with a trimTrim to fit your time limit

ForMiddle and high school

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The story

The Hoodie follows the shifting friendship of Piper, Annaleigh, and Claire as one oversized, well-worn hoodie becomes the silent witness to everything they experience—new schools, first crushes, family drama, and the messy, sometimes heartbreaking work of growing up. As the hoodie passes from one girl to the next, it carries with it secrets, comfort, and the complicated feelings of being a teenager trying to find her place in the world.

Producing it

Cast11 actors, and the ensemble can grow as large as you like. As written, 9 female and 2 male roles. You can change lines, roles and genders to fit your students.

SetTent, trail through the audience, cafeteria, living room.

TechSimple to stage with a few chairs, a table and a tree or log. Plan for crickets, a bell and phone rings, flashlights, school uniforms, and split-stage lighting.

For your scene-stealersA core of four young women with strong monologues, plus small supporting roles and an expandable student ensemble. The hoodie handoffs give the story a clear visual thread.