Unwrap a hilarious mystery with Some Words With a Mummy by Craig Sodaro! This entertaining one-act play script for students brings to life Edgar Allan Poe's classic tale with a comedic twist. When a group of students and a quirky professor decide to revive an ancient mummy, they get more than they bargained for – a talking, opinionated mummy with a lot to say about modern life! An excellent choice among play scripts for children, this script is perfect for school plays looking for a blend of humor, mystery, and a touch of the macabre. Get ready for laughs and ancient wisdom! Order yours today!

Features

• Humorous adaptation of a classic Edgar Allan Poe story

• Engaging plot with comedic dialogue

• Fun and memorable characters, including a talking mummy

• Great for developing comedic timing and character acting

• Ideal for middle school and junior high productions

Imagine the uproarious laughter as your students bring a centuries-old mummy back to life, only to find he has a very modern opinion on everything! This play offers a fantastic opportunity for young actors to explore the lighthearted side of mystery and the humor in unexpected situations. It’s more than just a script; it’s a chance to create a wildly entertaining performance that will have your audience talking long after the curtain closes. Spark curiosity and a love for quirky tales with this unique production. Order your script from Plays Magazine today!

DEAR JOURNAL by Judy Culp is more than just a performance piece—it’s an invaluable tool for upper grades looking for versatile scripts for school plays and drama workshops. This exciting collection of monologues, dialogues, and one-liners provides a unique, highly flexible foundation for teaching and performance. Designed to introduce the powerful act of "journaling" to a class or a whole school, this resource opens the door to creativity, self-expression, and student-led content creation. Unleash your students' dramatic potential and subscribe to PLAYS Magazine today!

• Exciting collection of monologues, dialogues, and one-liners.

• Highly flexible and adaptable for various presentation needs.

• Perfect for use as a drama workshop piece introducing the concept of journaling.

• Selections can be combined with new, original pieces written by students on timely issues.

• Royalty-free for performances by current subscribers.
  

Step back in time with The Shop Girl’s Revenge by Robert Downing, a delightful turn-of-the-century melodrama that is a fantastic find for those seeking both middle school play scripts and high school play scripts. This play features all the classic tropes of the genre: a virtuous maiden-in-distress, a mustache-twirling villain, and a daring hero in disguise. The plot centers on a pile of missing money and the mystery of a long-lost daughter, culminating in a satisfying finale where the villain is inevitably foiled. It’s a high-energy piece that allows students to explore over-the-top acting styles and historic theatrical traditions. Order yours today!

• Classic Melodrama Style: Perfect for teaching students about 19th-century theatrical conventions and stock characters.

• Comedic High Stakes: Features dramatic "curses, foiled again!" moments that are a hit with performers and audiences alike.

• Engaging Period Setting: Set in the 1890s, offering great opportunities for creative costume and set design.

• Flexible Casting: With a cast of 7 (4 female, 3 male), it is manageable for small drama clubs or classroom workshops.

• Performance Length: A brisk 25-minute runtime makes it an ideal choice for one-act festivals or school showcases.

Finding high school play scripts and middle school play scripts that are both funny and educational can be a challenge, but The Shop Girl’s Revenge fits the bill perfectly. It gives young actors the license to be big, bold, and expressive, making it an excellent tool for building stage confidence and physical comedy skills. Whether you’re looking to anchor a school assembly or provide a fun challenge for your drama students, this script delivers timeless entertainment. Secure your production rights with Plays Magazine today!

Upper and Middle grades; 4 female; 3 female; 1890s; 25 minutes.

Celebrate the enduring power of a grandmother's love—and her stubbornness—in Amazing Grace. This quirky romantic comedy centers on Karen, whose late grandmother, Gracie, spent years unsuccessfully trying to play matchmaker. In a hilarious and touching twist of fate, it seems Grandma Gracie isn't letting a little thing like her own funeral stop her from finding Karen the perfect guy. It is a charming, fast-paced script that explores family bonds and unexpected romance with wit and heart.

Find out if Grandma succeeds—download the script for your students today!

Features

• Genre: Romantic Comedy with a quirky and heartwarming twist.

• Intimate Cast: 4 roles (3F, 1M), making it perfect for small drama groups or competition pieces.

• Performance Ready: A brisk 20-minute runtime ideal for one-act festivals or classroom showcases.

• Target Audience: Specifically written for Upper Grade students (Middle and High School).

Drama directors looking for school play scripts that balance humor with emotional resonance will find Amazing Grace to be a standout choice. The play offers students the chance to explore comedic timing and character depth without the need for a massive ensemble. It provides a relatable and sweet look at the influence of family, making it an engaging project for teenagers who enjoy contemporary storytelling. By staging this piece, your students can master the art of the romantic comedy in a way that feels fresh and fun.

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Specs

• Author: Christina Hamlett

• Genre: Comedy / Romance

• Run Time: Approximately 20 minutes

• Format: Digital Download (Subscribers Only)

• Royalties: Royalty-free with an active subscription

Upper Grades; 2 male, 2 female; contemporary Gothic; 25 minutes. Blood relatives join young couple and future mother-in-law for a late-night bite.

Upper Grades; 4 female; 2 male; Old West; 25 minutes.
A slippery con man works to take advantage of new widows in this fun and clever tale of the set-up, the con, and--to the delight of the bereaved--capture. Curses! Foiled again!

Upper Grades; 3 male, 2 female, 1 male or female; 1870s; 25 minutes.
Join a merry holiday gathering at the Perry Mansion in Southern California, where water rights, the immigration "problem," and other concerns of the day are being discussed. As for the predictions that were foretold by the I Ching and the visiting Archduke, see if you recognize how many of them actually came true!

Upper Grades; 10 female; 3 male; 1 male or female, and extras; 3 scenes, 15 minutes each.
High school students take center stage in this three-pack of plays about thinking of others at holiday time; creative gift-giving from the heart; and innovative sales techniques when jobs are one the line. Perform one, two, or three scenes, as time permits.

Upper Grades; 4 female, 2 male; 15 minutes. Ever wonder what your date is really thinking? An innovative and amusing play about a blind date that bounces back and forth between what's said and what's thought.

Upper Grades; 2 female, 2 male; 25 minutes. Will a real European prince find true love through an ad he placed while on a trip to New York? A bittersweet courtship in the age of business travel, speed dating, and cell phones.