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Laura
Supporting · Female, 17
Eva’s creative, observant friend who helps make her new life feel normal through teasing, humour and steady companionship.
Laura is Eva’s friend and one of the people who helps make her new life feel normal. She’s creative, observant and comfortable enough around Eva to tease her.
Laura · Scene breakdown
Scenes to prepare
Burger bar
“The Friends”
Laura and Eva joke around over her sketchbook, immediately establishing their friendship. Their conversation about the missing woman quickly turns into ridiculous speculation about the restaurant.
Performance: Natural teenage friendship, playful humour and quick reactions. The chemistry with Eva is important.
Art class
“Lucas' Masterpiece”
Laura is working on her art piece when Lucas suddenly realises he has forgotten his exam. She watches Eva reluctantly help him and then reacts with disbelief as Lucas somehow convinces the teacher that his ridiculous artwork is meaningful.
Performance: Mostly reaction-based comedy. Laura’s expressions and chemistry with Eva and Lucas are important.
Burger bar
“The Revenge Plan”
Laura hears about what happened to Eva in the toilets. Rather than simply sympathising, she helps turn the situation into a plan for revenge at the Halloween party.
Performance: Supportive, quick-witted and increasingly excited by the plan. Laura helps transform Eva’s embarrassment into something playful and empowering.