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MS.B-HAVED sees beloved teacher Sally Burkett in disgrace! After thirty years of teaching, she finds her reputation in tatters as she is suspended from Littleman Junior Preparatory School for a misdemeanour that could well get her fired. The infamous school drop off zone has become a hotbed of gossip; the guessing game surrounding her scandal is jamming all the parent group apps. Come laugh along with firecracker Sally as she ponders her fate, whilst unpacking what brought her to her current hell of Zoom teaching online! MS.B-HAVED explores the extremes expected from educators, parents and learners in an ever-shifting world and the reaches of ‘cancel culture’ that have become the norm. Whilst Diepeveen’s new play tickles one’s funny bone, it also explores the trepidation, nostalgia and tenacity that presents itself when inevitable change challenges our identity and worth. We meet various new-age parents who add colour to this landscape as Diepeveen explores the nuances of the important relationship between parent and teacher. The audience is kept guessing as potential disastrous scenarios are brought to life, all of which can lead to suspension of a teacher. The suspense is heightened by the increasing pressure through social media for the truth to be exposed. In a ‘woke’ world can Sally navigate her way through to retirement or will the Board axe her?
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