Title: The Manager

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剧本简介："The Manager" follows Joshua's journey as a dedicated manager at the University of Edinburgh. He works tirelessly to support students and staff while navigating his blossoming romantic relationship with his colleague Sarah, creating a heartwarming and inspiring story.

人物介绍 Characters:

Joshua - A Chinese man living in Edinburgh, works as a manager at the University of Edinburgh

Sarah - An administrative assistant at the University of Edinburgh

Rachel - A student at the University of Edinburgh

John - A professor at the University of Edinburgh Rachel - A student at the University of Edinburgh Michael - Joshua's colleague and friend

Colleague 1 - A staff member at the University of Edinburgh

Colleague 2 - Another staff member at the University of Edinburgh

Visitor - A person visiting the University of Edinburgh

剧情开始：

Act 1, Scene 1

旁白：

The play opens in an office at the University of Edinburgh. Joshua is at his desk, going through some paperwork. Sarah is at the reception desk, answering phone calls and attending to visitors.

Sarah：

(answering phone) Good morning, University of Edinburgh. How can I help you?

Visitor：

(approaching Sarah) Excuse me, I am here to attend the guest lecture series. Can you please guide me to the lecture hall?

Sarah：

(smiling) Sure, it's down the hall, take a left, and then it's the second door on the right.

Joshua：

(to Sarah) Hey, Sarah. Do we have any meetings today?

Sarah：

(looking at her schedule) Yes, we have a meeting with Professor John at 10 am.

Joshua：

(nodding) Okay, I’ll get ready for that.

Act 1, Scene 2

旁白：

Joshua and Sarah are in a meeting with Professor John.

John：

(smiling) Good morning, Joshua. How are you today?

Joshua：

(smiling back) I’m doing well, thank you. How about you?

John：

(nodding) I’m good, thank you. I wanted to discuss the student feedback surveys with you. We’ve received some concerning feedback, and I think we need to address them.

Joshua：

(listening intently) What are the issues that have been raised?

John：

(explaining) Well, some students have complained about the lack of resources in the library, and some have mentioned that they don’t feel supported by their tutors.

Joshua：

(nodding) Okay, I’ll look into those issues and see what we can do to improve the situation.

Sarah：

(adding) We have also received feedback about the lack of extracurricular activities for students. Maybe we should consider organizing more events.

John：

(agreeing) That's a good point, Sarah. We'll discuss it further in our next meeting.

Act 2, Scene 1

旁白：

Joshua is walking through the university campus when he sees Rachel looking lost.

Joshua：

(approaching Rachel) Excuse me, can I help you with something?

Rachel：

(looking relieved) Oh, thank you. I’m looking for the lecture hall for my class, but I can’t seem to find it.

Joshua：

(smiling) Sure, I can show you where it is. Follow me.

Act 2, Scene 2

旁白：