Princess:
Hello everyone! Today, we’re going to present a role play about interethnic
interactions, where we explore the ways people from different cultural
backgrounds come together and learn from each other.
Let me introduce the characters:
Jhazel is playing Minji, the Korean student.
Anne is playing Maria, the Filipino student.
Simond is playing Liam, the European student.
Jenny Joy is playing Pim, the Thai student.
And I’m Princess, the narrator, and I’ll be guiding you through the story.
The scene takes place in a college library, where a group of students, each
from a different culture, are working on a project about cultural diversity. At
first, they feel a bit disconnected, but as they start sharing their traditions
and experiences, they begin to understand one another better.
(Scene opens with Liam sitting at a library table, scrolling through his laptop.
Minji and Pim arrive with books, while Takeshi and Sophia join shortly after
with notebooks. The atmosphere is quiet and awkward.)
Narrator: (princess)
Sometimes, when people from different cultures come together, it’s easy to
feel like there’s a wall between us. But what happens when we start breaking
down those barriers? What happens when we look beyond our differences
and start seeing the common threads that connect us?
(Maria looks around at her group members as they settle in.)
Julie Ann (maria):
(clearing her throat)
So, uh…we’re here to create a presentation about cultural diversity. Any
ideas on where to start?
Jhazel (Minji):
(hesitant)
Maybe we can talk about cultural stereotypes and how they affect
relationships?
Simond (Pim):
*/nodding
That’s a good topic. People often assume things about my culture without
really understanding it.
Micah (Takeshi):
*/serious
Same here. It’s frustrating when people think all Japanese people are overly
formal or only eat sushi.
Simond (liam):
That’s true. In Europe, people assume everyone is the same, but every
country has its own traditions and values.
Jullie Ann (maria):
*/relaxed
Yeah, Filipinos get stereotyped too, like being always late because of
“Filipino time.” But there’s so much more to us than that.
NARRATOR: (They laugh lightly, starting to feel more comfortable.)
jen (Pim):
*/smiling
Instead of just stereotypes, why don’t we focus on what makes each culture
unique? We can share something meaningful from our traditions.
jhazel (Minji):
*/excited
I like that! In Korea, we have a tradition called jeong. It’s this deep sense of
connection and care for others, even strangers. It’s why we share food and
always check in on friends.
micah (Takeshi):
*/nodding
That’s amazing. In Japan, we have omotenashi, which is all about hospitality
and making guests feel welcome. It’s deeply rooted in our culture.
jen (Pim):
In Thailand, we value sanuk, which means finding fun and joy in everything
we do, even in tough situations. It keeps us optimistic.
Simond (Liam):
In Europe, it varies, but I’d say individuality is something we emphasize.
People are encouraged to be independent and express their unique identity.
Jullie ann (maria):
In the Philippines, we’re all about bayanihan—working together as a
community. It’s why neighbors help each other move houses or organize big
events.
Narrator : (The group pauses, realizing how much they’re learning about
each other.)
jhazel (Minji): It’s incredible how our values are different but somehow
connect.
micah (Takeshi): Yes, like omotenashi and jeong—they both show how
much we care about others.
jen (Pim):
*/nodding
And bayanihan and sanuk are about bringing people together and finding
joy.
simond (liam):
*/excited
Let’s include these concepts in our presentation! We can show how diversity
enriches us instead of dividing us.
Jullie ann (maria): And maybe we can end the presentation by highlighting
how we worked together on this project.
jhazel (Minji): So, no more awkward silences, right?
Narrator (They laugh, the atmosphere now warm and friendly.)
Simond (Liam): Agreed. Let’s brainstorm more ideas and make this the best
presentation ever.
micah (Takeshi):
*/smiling
Yes, and show how interethnic interactions can create something truly
meaningful.
Narrator (princess):
In that moment, it became clear: it wasn’t just about presenting cultural
facts. It was about breaking down barriers, learning from each other, and
celebrating the diversity that made them stronger. By the end of the day,
their differences didn’t feel like obstacles—they felt like the very things that
connected them.
(They all lean in, talking and sharing ideas as the scene ends.)
