The Last Laugh – Grade 9 CBC Play (Access)
Description
The Last Laugh is a powerful and reflective Grade 9 play by Robinson Ocharo, aligned with Kenya’s CBC curriculum. Set against a backdrop of social inequality, the drama unfolds as characters grapple with power, injustice, and the moral cost of silence. Through shocking revelations and turning points, the play encourages young learners to reflect on their own values and to recognize the importance of speaking up in the face of exploitation.
Key figures like Orwa, a wealthy landowner, and Mariko, the voice of the workers, represent conflicting social interests. Their interactions challenge audiences to think critically about wealth disparity, corruption, and courage. The dialogue uses humour, irony, and deep emotional resonance to explore how individual choices can contribute to societal change. Ideal for classroom performances, literary study, or drama club work, this play deepens students’ understanding of morality and collective responsibility.
Key Facts & Features
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Fully CBC Grade 9 approved, making it suitable for school-based drama and literature lessons.
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Tackles major social themes such as exploitation, power dynamics, worker rights, and ethical courage.
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Features well-developed, realistic characters — Orwa, Mariko, Oka — who personify complex moral choices.
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Utilizes dramatic techniques like monologue, tension, irony, and symbolic dialogue to convey its message.
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ISBN: 9789914729436
