They say the past never really dies… it lingers… in old, stained letters, in dusty antique vases, in awkward internet takes we wish we never posted. They all tell a story…
What starts as an excuse for not finishing a school project turns into a twisty-turny murder mystery involving a hometown hero... and a terrifying ghost. One podcast episode at a time, a bunch of meddling kids peel back the chilling layers of secrets until the shocking truth is revealed! Friendships are forged and egos clash, but can the team survive… gulp… a group project? This coming of age story shows us the possibilities of when we get out of our own way, delightfully exploring themes of validation, truth, and justice through humour and heart with titillating elements of horror.
Keywords: youth, teen, courage, coming of age, perfectionism, cringe culture, podcast, validation, truth, justice, comedy, horror, mystery
Produced at the Kay Meek Centre, Vancouver BC, 2026
Genre: Mystery, Theatre for Young Audiences, Comedic Drama
Acts: 2
Run time: 65 minutes
Suitable for students 12+
Content notes: Contains discussion of death, scary ghost, some rude teenage humour.
Cast size: 23 actors
Casting notes: This show was created to accommodate the large cast needs of high school and college productions but can be doubled for a smaller cast of 10. Most characters can be gender swapped or gender non-conforming. Many of these roles can be played by anyone, regardless of age, background, or race.