Although this argument is veracious, there are those who disagree. Sharpay could be the antagonist because antagonists are seen as going against the general message of the story; Sharpay is seen as going against the main characters [Troy and Gabriella]. However, she helps many characters throughout the movies. She helps Troy with his future, gets Gabriella into the theater, and saves the show in the third movie. The song Were All In This Together really defeats her being seen as going against them. At the end of the first movie, she is getting along with Gabriella. Sharpay could be seen as a self-absorbed drama queen just wanting Troy Bolton. She is very talented and has many goals for her future. While their point of view on the subject is acknowledged, their opinions are incorrect.
One of the strongest supporting claims is Sharpays actions towards others. Sharpay comes across as impertinent even tho
ugh she is just teaching Troy and Gabriella how show business works. Sharpay states, Oh were you [Gabriella] gonna sign up too? My brother and I have starred in all the school productions and we really welcome newcomers. There are a lot of supporting roles in the show. Im sure we could find something for you. Everyone starts somewhere. You wont always be guaranteed the lead role. Sharpay states, I dont want to hear any more about Troy and that Montez girl. So, if youre telling me as co-presidents of the drama club that changing the callbacks would be whats best for our theater program, I might actually agree with you. Their teacher even agrees that the day of callbacks should be moved. Cambridge University Press states that An antagonist is a person who is strongly opposed to something or someone. Sharpay is just being welcoming to newcomers but also strives to be successful in theater herself.