Skit: Let Me Speak!
Theme:
Freedom of Expression
Duration:
6–8 minutes
Characters:
Aisha – a student with a different opinion
Kevin – group leader, loud and controlling
Zara – supportive friend
Mr. Musa – teacher/mediator
Sam, Leah – other group members
SCENE 1: Classroom Group Project Discussion
(Stage is set up like a classroom with chairs and a table. Students are seated in a semi-
circle.)
Kevin: Okay team, I’ve decided we will do our project on space travel. I already made the
posters at home. Everyone agrees?
Sam & Leah: Sure!
Aisha: Um… I actually thought we could do something different—maybe climate change. It's
more relevant to our community and—
Kevin: Aisha, we don’t have time to change the topic. I already started, and everyone else
seems okay with space travel.
Aisha: But we never even discussed it as a group...
Kevin: Sometimes leaders need to make decisions. Let’s move on.
(Stage Direction): Aisha looks down, clearly upset. Zara notices.
Zara: You should speak up again. You have a right to share your view.
SCENE 2: Later That Day – Conflict Builds Up
Aisha: I feel invisible. Just because Kevin speaks louder doesn't mean he’s always right. It’s
not fair.
Zara: You’re right. This is about teamwork, not dictatorship.
Leah: I also wanted to say something earlier, but Kevin didn’t let me either…
SCENE 3: The Conflict
(Stage Direction): Next day in class. Students are working. Tension is high. Aisha finally
speaks up.
Aisha: Kevin, I need to say something. I felt hurt yesterday. You didn’t let me express my
idea, and that’s not fair. Everyone has a right to speak.
Kevin: I was just trying to make things easier! Someone had to take control.
Leah: But freedom of expression means we all get a say, not just the loudest person.
Zara: And we could have voted or agreed as a group. You shut Aisha down.
(Stage Direction): Kevin pauses, looks guilty.
SCENE 4: The Resolution
(Stage Direction): Mr. Musa walks in and notices the group is tense.
Mr. Musa: Everything okay here?
Aisha: We’re just trying to sort out a disagreement about how our group decisions are
made.
Zara: Aisha wasn’t allowed to express her idea, and it caused some conflict.
Mr. Musa: That’s an important issue. Freedom of expression is a right, even in small groups.
It means listening to others and allowing space for their ideas, even if you disagree.
Kevin: I’m sorry, Aisha. I wasn’t trying to ignore you. Let’s hear your idea properly.
Aisha: Thank you. I just think climate change connects to our daily lives and shows how
young people can help.
Sam: That’s actually a good point.
Kevin: Okay, let’s vote on it as a group. Majority wins—but everyone gets to speak first.
SCENE 5: Ending Message
(Students sit in a semi-circle, each holding a sign with a message.)
Aisha: “Freedom of expression is not a privilege – it’s a right.”
Kevin: “Respect means listening to others.”
Zara: “Everyone’s voice matters.”
Mr. Musa (joining them): “Let’s build a world where speaking up is safe and respected.”
(All say together): “Let’s speak. Let’s listen. Let’s respect!”