Title: The Importance of English
Main Characters
1. The Correspondent – Takes initiatives to encourage speaking in English.
2. Mr. Joseph – The English teacher.
3. Stephen – A student who values and works hard to learn spoken English.
4. Ganesh – A carefree student who doesn’t value learning spoken English.
5. Ibrahim – Ganesh’s friend, equally careless about spoken English.
6. Future Ganesh – Ganesh’s future self, struggling due to poor English skills.
7. Future Ibrahim – Ibrahim’s future self, facing similar struggles
8. Future Stephen – Stephen’s future self, performing well in a job interview because
of his strong English skills.
9. Interviewer – Stephen’s potential employer.
10. Narrator – Guides the audience through the scenes with commentary.
Helping Characters
1. 3 Teachers
2. 3 Students
3. Peon or Assistant
Introduction:
(The narrator stands at the center of the stage, smiling and speaking clearly.)
"Hello, everyone! Today, we are going to show you something very special. An enact about
“The Importance of Spoken English” —English is a language that helps us talk to people all
over the world. When we speak English, we can learn new things, make new friends, and even
get good jobs when we grow up. It’s like a magic key that opens many doors!
So, let’s watch this drama and see why learning to speak English is so important."
Let me introduce the characters.
1. Our beloved Father Correspondent – who takes initiatives to encourage
speaking in English.
2. Mr. Joseph – The English teacher of our school
3. Stephen –A student who values and works hard to learn spoken English.
4. Ganesh – A carefree student who doesn’t value learning spoken English.
5. Ibrahim – Ganesh’s friend, equally careless about spoken English.
6. Future Ganesh – Ganesh’s future self, struggling due to poor English skills.
7. Future Ibrahim – Ibrahim’s future self, facing similar struggles
8. Future Stephen – Stephen’s future self, performing well in a job interview
because of his strong English skills.
9. Interviewer – Stephen’s potential employer.
Narrator: Scene 1
(The narrator steps forward, smiling warmly at the audience.)
"Okay, Now, let’s begin with Scene 1: The Correspondent meets our English teachers and
encourages them to help our students speak English. Let’s watch!"
(The narrator steps back as the scene begins...)
Scene 1: Fr. Correspondent Meets the English Teachers
(The Correspondent enters the staff room, where the English teachers are seated.)
Fr. Correspondent: "Good morning, dear teachers! I have an important message to share
with you all. Our students are doing well in their academics and other activities, but we need
to help and encourage them to speak in English for their bright future. Do you have any
suggestions?
Teacher: Yes, Father.. ."Shall we arrange any extra classes for spoken English? These
sessions could focus more on communicative English.
Fr. Correspondent: Yes, that’s good idea. We shall think about it.
Teacher: Okay Father.
So, dear teachers, please motivate our students, encourage them, and create fun ways for
them to practice speaking English every day. Together, we can mold them into confident
speakers!"
(The teachers nod in agreement, ready to take action.)
Narrator: Scene 2
(The narrator steps forward, speaking clearly and with enthusiasm.)
"Now, let’s see what happens next. In the classroom, Mr. Joseph is explaining the message
shared by the Correspondent. But, as usual, some students are disturbing the class. Let’s see
how things go on!"
(The narrator steps back as the scene begins...)
Scene 2: Mr. Joseph Explains the Message to the Students
(The classroom is lively, with students chatting. Mr. Joseph walks in, holding a booklet.)
Mr. Joseph: "Good morning, class!"
Students: "Good morning, Sir!"
Mr. Joseph: I have something important to share with you all. Can you guess?
Student: Yes, sir. Are we going on a school tour?
Student: Are we getting a long holiday?
Student: Maybe a free period?
(The class giggles.)
Mr. Joseph: (Smiling) "No, no! It’s something even more useful. From now on, we will
focus more on speaking in English. It will help you in so many ways!"
(Some students sigh, while others look curious.)
Stephen: Wow, it will help us for our future, sir
Mr. Joseph: Yes, You’re correct Stephen. So, dear students. Hereafter, everyone should
speak in English.
(Ganesh and Ibrahim whisper to each other and giggle.)
Ganesh (whispering): "Oh no! Again, 'English this, English that.' As if we’ll need
Shakespeare to buy vegetables!"
Ibrahim (whispering): "True, Ganesh! Who needs this English. We are the proud Tamilians.
(They laugh quietly. Mr. Joseph notices and addresses them.)
Mr. Joseph: "Ganesh, Ibrahim, would you like to share what’s so funny?"
Ganesh: "Uh... nothing, Sir. Just discussing how English is... uh... so essential!"
Mr. Joseph: "Good! Then tell me, how would you introduce yourself to a foreigner?"
Ganesh (fumbling): "Uh... Hello... Me Ganesh... You eat rice?"
(The class bursts into laughter.)
Mr. Joseph (sighs): "Exactly my point. English isn’t just about grammar; it’s about
communication. It opens doors to opportunities. Ganesh, one day you’ll realize this."
Ganesh (grinning): "Sure, Sir. Maybe when I’m opening the door for someone who speaks
English!"
(The class laughs again. Mr. Joseph shakes his head and continues teaching.)
Mr. Joseph: "Alright, class. Thank you. Be ready for the next hour."
(Ganesh leans toward Ibrahim.)
Ganesh: "Ibrahim, I feel sleepy, da. I’m going to lie on the desk till the next teacher comes.
Wake me up if she comes, okay?"
Ibrahim: Okay, da.
Narrator: Scene 3
(The narrator steps forward, speaking in a calm and clear tone.)
"Okay, Let’s fast forward 10 years. Ganesh and Ibrahim are now grown up and looking for
jobs. Although they are smart and hardworking, they didn’t take the effort to practice spoken
English during school. Today, they have to face a job interview, and they’re feeling very
nervous. Let’s see what happens next."
(The narrator steps back as the scene begins...)
Scene 3: Ganesh and His Friend at the Job Interview
(Ganesh and Ibrahim sit nervously in the waiting area, glancing around anxiously. The
assistant enters the room.)
Assistant: "Excuse me, Sir. May I come in?"
Interviewer 1: "Yes, please."
Assistant: "Good morning, Sir."
Interviewer 2: "Good morning. How many candidates are here for today’s interview?"
Assistant: "There are three candidates, Sir."
Interviewer 1: "Alright, that’s good. We’re looking for someone with good communication
skills and who can speak English well. Let’s see how they perform. Please call the first
candidate."
(The assistant steps out to call the first candidate.)
Assistant: "Mr. Ganesh, you may come in."
Ganesh: "May I come in, Sir?"
Interviewer 1: "Yes, please. Sit down."
(Ganesh sits down)
Interviewer (frowning) 2: "What is this? I said, take your seat."
(Ganesh gets up and takes the chairs.)
Interviewer 1: "Oh, God! I said, Sit on the chair!"
Ganesh (nervously): "Oh, sorry, Sir. Thank you, Sir."
Interviewer 2: "Okay, Tell me about yourself. Where are you from?"
Ganesh: "MP, Sir."
Interviewer 1: "MP? What do you mean?"
Ganesh: "Melapalayam, Sir."
Interviewer 2: "What is your educational qualification?"
Ganesh: "MP, Sir."
Interviewer 1: "What now? MP again?"
Ganesh: "Matric Pass, Sir."
Interviewer 2: "Why do you want this job?"
Ganesh: "MP, Sir."
Interviewer 1: "Oh..no..MP again?"
Ganesh: "Money problem, Sir."
Interviewer 2: "Alright, describe your personality."
Ganesh: "MP, Sir."
Interviewer 1: "Oh God.. This man..What does MP mean now?"
Ganesh: "Mind-blowing Personality, Sir!"
(The interviewer shakes his head in disbelief.)
Interviewer 2: "Okay, you’re done with the interview. You may leave now."
Ganesh: "MP, Sir"
Interviewer 1: "What’s now?"
Ganesh: "My performance, Sir"
Interviewer 2: "MP!"
Ganesh: "What does MP mean, Sir?"
Interviewer 1: "Mentally Punctured!"
Ganesh: "Oh..MP, Sir!"
Interviewer 2: Whatttt?!
Ganesh: "My Pleasure, Sir."
Interviewer 1: Please get out
(The assistant enters.)
Assistant: "Sir, what happened?"
Interviewer 2: "Nothing. Who’s next?"
Assistant: "Ibrahim, you may go now."
(Ganesh whispers to Ibrahim.)
Ganesh: "Ibrahim, all the best, da!"
Ibrahim: "May I come in, Sir?"
Interviewer 1: "Yes, please."
Ibrahim: "Good morning, Sir."
Interviewer 2: "Good morning. Take your seat. Oh no, sit on the chair!"
Ibrahim: "Thank you, Sir."
Interviewer 1: "Alright, introduce yourself."
Ibrahim : "Hello... I... am Ibrahim. I... want... job... please."
(The interviewer looks confused but smiles politely.)
Interviewer 2: "Excuse me? What skills do you have for this job?"
Ibrahim: "I... good... work... um... very fast..."
(The interviewer nods but looks disappointed.)
Interviewer 1: "Okay, you may leave now. We’ll let you know."
Ibrahim: "Thank you, Sir."
Interviewer 2: This is really disappointing. None of the candidates so far have been able to
communicate well. These youngsters don’t seem to understand how important spoken
English is in today’s world.
Interviewer 1: (Nods) "Exactly. Strong communication skills are just as important as
technical skills. Let’s see if the next candidate does any better."
Interviewer 2: "Alright, call the next candidate."
(The assistant steps out to call the next applicant as the scene continues.)
Assistant: "Stephen, you may go now."
Stephen: "May I come in, Sir?"
Interviewer 1: "Yes, get in."
Stephen: "Good morning, Sir."
Interviewer 2: "Good morning. Take your seat."
Stephen: "Thank you, Sir."
Interviewer 1: "What’s your name?"
Stephen: "My name is Stephen, Sir."
Interviewer 2: "Alright, Stephen, please introduce yourself."
Stephen (smiling confidently): "Sure, Sir. I am Stephen. I recently graduated with a degree
in Business Administration. During my studies, I developed strong communication and
leadership skills through group projects and seminars. I also completed an internship at a
marketing firm, gaining hands-on experience in customer relations and teamwork. I’m
passionate about learning and confident that my English communication skills will contribute
to your team’s success."
(The interviewer nods, impressed.)
Interviewer 1: "That’s great, Stephen. Can you tell me why you’re interested in this job?"
Stephen: "Thank you, Sir. I’m very excited to be here because I believe I can contribute to
the company’s success. I’m a fast learner with excellent communication skills, and I look
forward to growing with your team."
Interviewer 2: "That’s impressive! Your English is excellent. We’re looking for someone
who can speak clearly and work well in a team."
(Ganesh and Ibrahim exchange regretful looks. After the interview, they speak to Stephen.)
Ganesh: "Stephen, we should have taken English more seriously back in school. If we had
learned properly, maybe we would have done better today."
Stephen (smiling gently): "It’s never too late to improve. Don’t give up! Start practicing
now, and you’ll get better every day. Remember, learning English is not just about
speaking—it’s about opening new doors for yourself."
(Ganesh and Ibrahim nod, realizing the importance of spoken English for their future.)
Narrator: Scene 4:
(The narrator steps forward, smiling gently at the audience.)
"Now, let’s see the final scene. Don’t worry dear audience, it’s just a daydream. Well, he’s
about to wake up in class and realize that it wasn’t real—but the lesson from the dream is
very real. Let’s watch what happens next."
(The narrator steps back as the scene begins.)
Scene 4: It Was Just a Dream
(Ganesh suddenly jolts in his seat, realizing he had been daydreaming. He looks around,
confused.)
Ganesh: (Muttering to himself) "Oh no... it was just a dream."
Ibrahim: "Hey, Ganesh, what happened to you?"
Ganesh: "Dai, Ibrahim, I just had a scary dream. We were at a job interview, and we couldn’t
speak English properly. It was so embarrassing! But Stephen did so well."
Ibrahim: (Laughing) "A dream? Relax, da! It’s not real."
Ganesh: "But it felt so real. Maybe it’s a warning for us!"
(Mr. Joseph, noticing the commotion, walks over to Ganesh and Ibrahim.)
Mr. Joseph: "Ganesh, are you paying attention?"
Ganesh: "Yes, sir! I was just thinking... maybe we should start practicing English more."
Mr. Joseph: (Smiling encouragingly) "That’s a great idea, Ganesh. Remember, every little
effort you make today will help you in the future. It’s never too late to learn."
(The students nod, their expressions serious, as they reflect on the importance of spoken
English.)
Narrator’s Closing Lines
(The narrator steps forward onto the stage, addressing the audience with a warm and
reflective tone.)
"Dear friends, what we just witnessed is more than just a story—it’s a wake-up call. Ganesh’s
dream may not have been real, but its message is crystal clear. The reality is that many
students face the same struggle when they step into the real world. Speaking English is not
just about passing exams or impressing others; it is a skill that shapes your future, builds
confidence, and unlocks countless opportunities.
Imagine standing in front of a life-changing opportunity and not being able to express
yourself. Imagine losing a job. Don’t let that happen to you.
The power of spoken English lies in practice. Every single day is a chance to improve. Speak
without fear, make mistakes, learn from them, and [Link] effort you make today will
prepare you for tomorrow.
So, let’s take this lesson to heart. Speak, practice, and grow. Remember, it’s never too late to
start. The future belongs to those who prepare for it today!"
(The narrator smiles, encouraging the audience to reflect on the message, as the
audience applauds.)
_Drama Ends _
