Scripts, inspiration, and good times
A blog for playwrights, dramatists, dramaturges and theatre enthusiasts.
Murder Mystery Play Scripts for Schools and Community Theater
Murder mystery play scripts for schools and community theater, from comedies and whodunits to interactive shows for casts of every size.
Script Spotlight: Nothing, or The Day When No One Killed Anyone. Almost.
Absurdist detective comedy play: Serhiy Kotsun's Nothing... sends an Inspector to solve a crime that never happened. Six roles, flexible staging.
Short Skits for Kids: Fun, Flexible Scripts for Young Performers
Short skits for kids are perfect for schools, churches, and drama clubs. Discover why brief scripts build confidence, teach acting basics, and deliver big fun in minutal stage time.
Monologue Scripts: Powerful Stories for One Actor
Explore monologue scripts for auditions, classroom performances, and competitions. One-actor scripts from 2-10 minutes covering comedy, faith, and drama.
Script Spotlight: The Declaration by K.D. Christensen
Meet the composer behind The Declaration—a Hamilton-inspired musical that brings the American Revolution to life through song, rap, and a cast that works for any size company.
One-Act Plays for Kids: Short Scripts for Schools and Community Theater
Discover the best one-act plays for kids with fun, flexible scripts for schools, churches, and youth theater programs.
Best Elementary School Play Scripts for Young Performers
Find the best elementary school play scripts with flexible casting, simple staging, and engaging stories perfect for young performers and school audiences.
Choosing the Perfect Monologue for Your Audition
How can you select the ideal monologue for your audition? Here are our tips on relevance, character connection, and authenticity.
Script Spotlight: Dead Girl Walking by Dave Tippett
Discover the emotional depth of "Dead Girl Walking" by Dave Tippett in our Script Spotlight. Uncover the narrative exploring the realities of sexual abuse and trafficking through the voices of four teenage girls.
Top Scripts for Small Casts
Explore our curated selection of top scripts ideal for small casts, offering rich storytelling experiences with just 3-4 actors.