Be Like Water
Be the first to bring this new play to life. We’ve waived the World Premiere script fee — simply add the script to your order, and the discount will apply. You’ll only pay the standard performance licensing.
As the premiere producing school or theatre, you’ll receive:
- Official “World Premiere with Gitelman & Good Publishers” credit
- Recognition on our website and in our catalog
- Optional feature in our educator newsletter and social media
In return, we ask that you share:
- At least 5 high-quality production photos
- Brief testimonials from the director and student performers
This helps us celebrate your students’ achievement and inspire other theatre programs nationwide.
Genre: Comedy
Format: Live In-Person Performance
Keywords: Chinese-American identity, immigration and assimilation, intergenerational conflicts, resilience, tradition vs. modernity, self-expression
Cast Size: flexible; as many as 19+ actors (3 male, 4 female, 12 any gender); with doubling, as few as 11 (2 male, 3 female, 6 any gender)
Duration: Approximately 75 minutes
Time Period: Present-day America--with fantastical elements
Cautions: None
Contact info@gitelmangoodpublishers.com with questions.
When Alex, a rule-following high schooler and proud Bruce Lee superfan, is asked to perform a tired, stereotypical dance in The Nutcracker, she decides it’s time to flip the script. Armed with wit and determination--and a little inspo from her hero--Alex and her free-spirited costars spark a hilarious and heartfelt rebellion against outdated norms. Be Like Water dives into themes of cultural identity, creativity, and the courage to stand up for what’s right.
Pirouetting with whimsy, magic, and pathos, this play asks: Can traditions bend without breaking? Perfect for high schools, Be Like Water is an unforgettable take on what it means to honor the past while creating a more inclusive future. Sometimes, that means stepping out of line--and into the spotlight.
How We Price
Our pricing is simple and transparent. Each play includes two parts: a one-time script fee of $150, which grants you immediate access to the play and permission to copy and share it within your program; and a performance license of $65 per performance, which covers your live productions for the selected license duration.
How You License
At checkout, select your license duration (for example, the current or next school year) and the number of performances you plan to give. Each license covers live, in-person performances.
What You Get
You’ll receive an instant PDF download of the full script. During your license period, you’re free to copy, print, and share the script within your school or theatre program for rehearsal and performance use—no per-script fees or copy limits.