Too, Too Many Maddies
What happens when the most over-committed kid in school accidentally clones herself? Too, Too Many Maddies is a high-energy comedy about perfectionism, friendship, and learning to say “no.” Meet Maddie Reynolds—volleyball captain, student council treasurer, tutor, pep-rally planner, and resident do-it-all—whose dad’s “totally safe” government gadget turns one frazzled teen into a fast-multiplying army of hyper-specialized Maddies: Brainy Clone, Sporty Clone, Small-Talk Clone, Apology Clone, Snack-Attack Clone, Sleepytime Clone… and more. As the clones take over chem labs, hallways, and home life—with dazzling “DO THE THING!” sound-and-light mayhem—Maddie risks losing the very relationships she’s trying to protect, until a heartfelt showdown reminds her that being perfectly human beats being humanly perfect.
Built for schools and youth theatres, this laugh-out-loud crowd-pleaser plays big with simple, flexible staging (gym, hallway, garage/workshop) and director-friendly tech—think quick changes, whistles, clipboards, and a gloriously DIY “replicator” machine. Packed with roles of all sizes, rhythmic team moments, and wink-y narration, Too, Too Many Maddies gives ensembles room to shine while delivering a relatable message: you don’t need a clone to be enough—you just need your people, your priorities, and maybe a cinnamon roll.
Duration: 40-45 Min
Roles:
18F, 3M (Can be done with as few as 12 actors with doubling. Can be expanded to over 30 with ensemble.)
Performance Group: Middle School, High School
Setting: School, Home
