Scripts, inspiration, and good times
A blog for playwrights, dramatists, dramaturges and theatre enthusiasts.
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.
Script Spotlight: Traveling Back to the Old West — A Timeless Crossing by Bruce Thomas
Time travel meets the Wild West in this 60-minute play by Bruce Thomas—where one day in the past costs 16 months at home.
Great Plays for School Drama Groups
Plays for elementary, middle, and high school stages—age-appropriate scripts with flexible casting, easy tech, and school-friendly run times.
Script Spotlight: Milley and the Three Parrots That Learned to Be Kind by Gerald Okafor
Script Spotlight on Gerald Okafor’s Milley and the Three Parrots That Learned to Be Kind—a short, playful play about kindness, growth, and positive influence.
Tips for Co-Writing Play Scripts Successfully
These tips will help you and your co-writer create a compelling and harmonious piece of theater that reflects your shared vision and creativity.
Mastering Scene Descriptions in Play Scripts
Explore the art of mastering scene descriptions in play scripts – a skill that elevates a script from mere words on paper to a dynamic theatrical experience.
Understanding the Three-Act Play Structure
The Three-Act Play Structure stands as a fundamental framework that has shaped countless narratives, from Shakespearean classics to modern Broadway hits.