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The Casting Dilemma

by Lynne Stringer

A role, and the confidence to claim it

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A role, and the confidence to claim it

Kate’s ambition to lead the school musical is complicated by her comparisons with Ashleigh, whom she sees as both talented and ideally suited to the part. The casting question therefore sits alongside a more personal struggle: Kate doubts her own appearance and whether her abilities are enough. Support from her parents and friends Michael and Tash is part of the situation as she weighs her fears against her wish to perform. Short chapters and a low word count shape this entry in the Rhiza Shorts series, which centers on self-esteem, performance, and pursuing a dream.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Teen and young adult readers interested in school theater and musical auditions.
  • Readers who prefer short chapters and a low word count.
  • Readers interested in stories about self-esteem, friendship, and pursuing ambitions.

Themes

Self-esteem and appearanceTheater and performanceFriendship and supportAmbition and fear

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Book overview

Kate wants to act but when she looks in the mirror, she doesn't like what she sees. Can she get a role in the musical?

 

Beyond anything else, Kate wants to score the lead role in the school musical, Last Chance for Millie. She wishes she was like Ashleigh Monahan, a girl in her grade, who has the perfect looks for the lead. Not only that, Ashleigh has talent. But while Kate can sing and act really well, she thinks she doesn't measure up to Ashleigh's physical perfection.

 

While her parents and her friends Michael and Tash support Kate and her dream, is it enough to overcome her fears?

 

As part of the Rhiza Shorts series, The Casting Dilemma has a reading age of 10+ and an interest level of 14+, so is a great book for reluctant readers. The short chapters and low word count will help them stay engaged in the story as they wait to see whether or not Kate will overcome her low self-esteem and perform on stage. It will also help those who worry that they'll never achieve their dreams.

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