“Save the Best for Last”

Cast of Characters

Alyana Angeles: A student who’s been forced by her mother to get an honor but her efforts
weren’t appreciated

Mrs. Angeles: Alyana’s mother who’s ashamed of having a daughter who can’t even made it into the
honor’s list.

Mrs. Gomez: Mother of the top 2 student who appreciate and congratulate Alyana.

Teacher: The one who announces the honor roll during the ceremony.

Students, Parents, Guests and School Staffs

Synopsis

A mother who hasn’t been proud of what her daughter achieved. With a series of
badmouthing and hurtful words she received from her mother, she strived hard behind the shadows.
At the time of the graduation ceremony, she made a shocking revelation as if fate was on her side.

Time
The present.

Scene 1
SETTING: Home at the dining area.
AT RISE: In a round table, Alyana and her mother was seated face to face.

MRS. ANGELES: I went home from my business trip abroad just to attend your graduation
tomorrow. Yet you didn’t even made it to the honor’s list.

ALYANA: You don’t know what it’s like because you’re not always at home.

(At this moment, Alyana is controlling her anger but a sullen glance doesn’t escape from her eyes.)
(Mrs. Angeles slams the table as she stands up and starts singing.)

Song- “You Don’t Know” by Katelyn Tarver

MRS. ANGELES: Don’t look at me like that. Just like you understand.
ALYANA: Don’t try to pull me back. Let me just give up, let me just let go.
MRS. ANGELES: If this isn’t good for me, well I don’t wanna know.
ALYANA: Let me just stop trying. Let me just stop fighting
I don't want your good advice or reasons why I'm alright
You don't know what it's like
You don't know what it's like
You don't know, you don't know, you don't know
You don't know what it's like
You don't know what it's like
You don't know, you don't know
You don't know what it's like
You don't know what it's like

(Alyana walks out of the scene.)

 Time
The next day, Graduation Day.

Scene 2
SETTING: Inside an auditorium
AT RISE: All the students with their parents seated on their assigned seats, the venue was full of
murmurs from the crowds of guests.

MRS. ANGELES: Behave yourself. Look at them, they look so happy, they look so proud of their
children because they did their best in school. How about you? You just gave me headaches and
embarrassment to other parents.

ALYANA: Mom I really did my best. Why can’t you appreciate my efforts and all?

MRS. ANGELES: Really? You did your best? You can’t even made it in the honour’s list.

(At this moment, Alyana keeps her mouth shut to stop the useless argument with her mother. Then,
Mrs Gomez pass by.)

MRS. ANGELES: Oh hi Mrs. Gomez, Congratulations to your daughter, Top 2!

MRS. GOMEZ: Cogratulations to you too and to your daughter. You must be so proud of her.

(Mrs. Angeles turns to Alyana with a confused face. Alyana just shrug as her reply.)

MRS. ANGELES: Listen! They will announce the valedictorian now. I’m sure the parents would be
so proud.

(Alyana stands proudly.)

TEACHER: Okay now, Our Valedictorian with the average of 98.8. Let us welcome Alyana Angeles,
daughter of Mrs. Angeles.

(The crowd clap while shock was plastered on Mrs. Angeles’ face)

ALYANA: This is for you, Mom!

(Alyana run towards the stage and starts singing. The stage was all dark and only Alyana has the
spotlight.)

Song- “Could Have Been Me” by Halsey

ALYANA: Don't wanna wake up on a Monday morning

The thought of work is gettin' my skin crawlin'
I can't fear you, I don't hear you now
Wrapped in your regret. What a waste of blood and sweat
I wanna taste love and pain, wanna feel pride and shame
I don't wanna take my time (No)
Don't wanna waste one line (Hey)
I wanna live better days (Better days)
Never look back and say
It could have been me
Oh, it could have been me
It could have been me.
THE END!