Who Wants To Be Me?

Jennifer seems to have it all figured out — a kind word, a quick joke, and a personality shift for every person she meets. Whether it’s a friend, an activist, a classmate, or a crush, she knows exactly what they want to hear. But when someone brings up God’s perspective, Jennifer is left wondering: who really wants me to be me?

This short, relatable monologue highlights the pressure teens face to fit in — and the quiet tug of God calling them to something more honest and lasting.

Cast: 1 m or f (monolog)

Bible Reference: Jeremiah 29:11

Set: standard

Sound: wireless mics if available

Song: none

Lighting: standard

SFX: none

Props: none

Costumes: standard

Special Instructions: none

Time: 3

Sample of script:

Jennifer at centerstage, talks to imaginary people in audience.
Jennifer looks around and then stops at someone.

Jennifer: Oh, hi Donna! I love your new jacket! Is it leather? Wow! That must have cost a fortune! I guess that’s how you and I operate – just be nice to good ol’ daddy, and we can get just about anything we want, right? (laughs)

Looks around, then stops at someone else.

Jennifer: Hello, Paula! I am doing quite well, thanks! Just wanted to know what time that animal cruelty protest is at?
(pauses, listens)
It’s at 2:15, huh? Hmmm. That’s when I have an algebra class.
(thinks)
Oh, well. School is only secondary when it comes to the well being of our fury little friends! See you there!

Looks around, then stops at someone else.

Jennifer: Florence! Yo-hoo! Hi! Just wanted to know how you feel about that upcoming algebra exam! I really studied hard for it! I mean, after all – education really is the key to our future! I want to make every grade count so that I can get into the best college I can find! I have big plans!

Looks around, then stops at someone else.

Jennifer: Who’s that gorgeous gal? Hi, Tiffany! Totally love the hair! I told you pink was your color! So, anyway, I am like totally bummed out about Tyler Bowerman! I thought for sure he would have asked me today to go to the dance, but so far, it’s like he’s mute or something! If he doesn’t ask be after science class today, I will just die. I mean, the whole point of high school is, like, to have fun, right? Well, all I know is that unless Tyler asks me today, life will just be over.

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