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CAST
Emmi Adolescent girl, lives in a small rural town, takes pride in her designation as Reigning Junior Chef of the town’s annual Ice Cream Challenge Jamilah Adolescent girl, recent Syrian refugee, misses home, likes to cook, wears a hijab (head covering) Sam Friend of Emmi’s, girl or boy Erin (Aaron): Friend of Emmi’s, girl or boy Calyn Friend of Emmi’s Jake Friend of Emmi’s, girl or boy Fatima Jamilah’s sister, also a recent refugee Amal Jamilah’s sister, also a recent refugee Doris and Merv lost travelers 7 additional supporting roles, unlimited extras |
SONGS
A Warm, Warm Welcome Greeter, Ensemble Break the Ice Emmi (dialogue with Jamilah) Home Jamilah with Fatima, Amal Heat Wave Ensemble Break the Ice Reprise 1 Jamilah Break the Ice Reprise 2 Emmi It's Booza Soloist, Ensemble A Warm, Warm Welcome Reprise Ensemble 
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COSTUMES
Emmi and Friends Summer shorts and tops Jamilah, Fatima, Amal Long sleeve casual shirts, jeans or other long pants, hijabs (Jamilah and adolescent sisters) Doris Capris, flowered blouse, big purse Merv Polo, cargo shorts, white tennis shoes, fisherman hat Ice Cream Challenge Contestants Matching chef's aprons and hats Judges and Announcer Matching polos, visors, clipboards and pens, microphone |
SETS
Town Square Park bench center stage, "Welcome to Sunnytown" sign, optional backdrop of street scene or green space Emmi and Jamilah's house (exterior) Two pastel-colored homes side by side with working front doors Emmi and Jamilah's kitchens Tall table or island with optional backdrop of kitchen cabinets, appliances, etc. May use the reverse side of the houses. Ice Cream Festival Three tall matching tables, "Sunnytown Ice Cream Festival" sign, optional town square backdrop and balloons and decorations. |
THE DIRECTOR'S GUIDE
The Director's Guide contains not only essential production information, but also conversation starters, devotions, and activities to promote a deeper understanding of the refugee experience.