Stage of Masks

Describe a drama taking place in a theatre, where actors’ on-stage roles start to blur with their real lives.

The theatrical setting enhances dramatic tension naturally. This prompt invites you to write a story where the real world and the world of the play gradually intersect, creating confusion and dramatic irony. Use this prompt to explore themes of reality versus fiction, identity crises, performance and authenticity. What happens when the line between reality and performance becomes blurred?