Plays Hand-Picked for Middle Schools
These are the plays in our catalogue that we recommend for middle schools.
Suitable For: High Schools, Middle Schools
9M+10W
Comedy, Choral Work, Classical Adaptation
Two Acts, Simple set, 72 Pages
Book: $7.95 
, PDF: $7.95 , Photocopy: $112.45 , Rights: $70.00 ,
Order Code: 70-00-X
Agatha Rex
Adapted by Lindsay Price from Antigone by Sophocles
"He gets an essay and I get banished from school property?"
Agatha is a girl who stands up for her beliefs, regardless of the consequences. As student council president at Thebes High, she vigorously defends a student who is unfairly punished. Based on her actions, she could be expelled and lose an important scholarship.
Set in a modern-day high school, the play translates the original Greek chorus into a fantastic ensemble opportunity.
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Suitable For: High Schools, Middle Schools
2M+3W+8 Either, Plus Ensemble
Comedy, Classical Adaptation, Movement-based
45 Minutes, Simple set, 27 Pages
Book: $5.95 , PDF: $5.95 , Photocopy: $57.95 , Rights: $40.00 ,
Order Code: 70-25-5
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Alice
Adapted by Lindsay Price from Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
Practical and economical solutions to all aspects of the story.
A one-act adaptation of the famous novel by Lewis Carroll.
Alice follows the white rabbit down the rabbit hole into Wonderland, where she meets a cornucopia of strange creatures.
A caterpillar gives advice, the Mad Hatter and March Hare are always at tea time, and the Queen of Hearts continually cries, "Off with her head!"
The Cheshire Cat says everyone in Wonderland is mad, and therefore Alice must be too. Has Alice lost her head? Only the Cheshire Cat knows for sure.
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Suitable For: High Schools, Middle Schools
3M+5W+12 Either
Comedy, Christmas, Young Audiences
45 Minutes, Simple set, 60 Pages
Book: $5.95 , PDF: $5.95 , Photocopy: $85.95 , Rights: $50.00 ,
Order Code: 70-63-8
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...and a Groundhog in a Pear Tree
Book & Lyrics by Lindsay Price, Music by Kristin Gauthier
"On the eighth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: Eight maids a burping, Seven socks a stinking, Six greasy ladles..."
There's trouble in Calendar Castle: The "Twelve Days of Christmas" are getting too big for their britches. They've all got agents, they're making demands, and worse, they're refusing to sing their signature song! Can Groundhog Day, the April Fool, and February 29th come to the rescue?
With a huge cast singing the funniest version of The Twelve Days of Christmas you've ever heard, this holiday romp is a sure-fire hit.
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Suitable For: High Schools, Middle Schools
5M+5W
Comedy, Backstage Comedy
45 Minutes, Simple set, 31 Pages
Book: $5.95 , PDF: $5.95 , Photocopy: $45.95 , Rights: $40.00 ,
Order Code: 70-16-6
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Anne-Arky
By Lindsay Price
"Why wouldn't an agent come to the middle of nowhere? There's lots of theatrical talent in the middle of nowhere."
A high school drama club prepares for their opening night of Anne of Green Gables.
The performance starts out normally enough. But when a rumour spreads that there is an acting agent in the audience, the students scramble to be discovered.
Anarchy ensues! Wigs fall off, ankles are sprained, and the stage manager sets fire to the prompt script. After the dust clears, the true identity of the agent is revealed. Perfect for novice actors.
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Suitable For: High Schools, Middle Schools
13 Either
Comedy, Student Directors
40 Minutes, Simple Set, 31 Pages
Book: $5.95 , PDF: $5.95 , Photocopy: $57.95 , Rights: $50.00 ,
Order Code: 70-56-5
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Apostrophe's
By Bradley Hayward
Are you sometime's amazed at how many apostrophe's s'ome people manage to fi't into s'entence's? Then you're not the only one. That's just the problem that needs to be solved in this outrageous comedy.
This goofy show has an extremely flexible cast, audience participation, and really fun staging opportunities. It begs to be performed by silly students with a million clever ideas.
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Suitable For: High Schools, Middle Schools
9M+4W+6 Either
Comedy, Classical Adaptation, Shakespeare in an Hour
45 Minutes, Simple Set, 27 Pages
Book: $7.95 , PDF: $7.95 , Photocopy: $112.45 , Rights: $40.00 ,
Order Code: 70-71-9
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As You Like It
Cutting and Notes by John Minigan from the original by Shakespeare
Orlando loves Rosalind, but before he can do anything about it, he must run away from his villainous brother. Rosalind loves Orlando, but before she can do anything about it, she must abandon court and wear a disguise. Both end up in the Forest of Arden, where there is definitely love in the air. But will it find Orlando and Rosalind?
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Suitable For: High Schools, Middle Schools
4M+4W, Easily Expandable
Comedy, Classical Adaptation
Two Acts, Simple set, 69 Pages
Book: $7.95 , PDF: $7.95 , Photocopy: $106.95 , Rights: $70.00 ,
Order Code: 70-34-4
Canterbury Tales, The
Adapted by Lindsay Price from Chaucer
"What if the story is so long that time drags on and on and on and I have to leave the group and cry by the side of the road and I never get to Canterbury?!"
Chaucer's classic collection of tales comes to life in a brilliant full-length adaptation.
A group of travelers set out for Canterbury on a pilgrimage. To pass the time they entertain each other with a storytelling contest. Best story wins a prize.
Each and every performer gets a chance to shine in this spirited, charming script.
Great characters, lots of humour, and strong ensemble work. Text uses modern English.
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Suitable For: High Schools, Middle Schools
3M+7W
Comedy, Christmas, Young Audiences
45 Minutes, Simple set, 35 Pages
Book: $5.95 , PDF: $5.95 , Photocopy: $45.95 , Rights: $40.00 ,
Order Code: 70-45-X
Cinderella's Crunchy Christmas Cake
By Lindsay Price
It's Cinderella's first Christmas in the castle. She wants to make an extra-special secret surprise for the Prince: His favourite cake!
But calamity ensues. The cake is all crunchy, her Fairy Godmother is on vacation, and the Stepsisters have a dastardly plan of their own.
Will the cake be delicious? Or will it be a disaster?
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Suitable For: High Schools, Middle Schools
6M+9W, Easily Expandable
Comedy, Classical Adaptation, Movement-based
Two Acts, 63 Pages
Book: $7.95 , PDF: $7.95 , Photocopy: $90.45 , Rights: $70.00 [Full Length Version], $50.00 [One Act Version], $40.00 [Competition Version] ,
Order Code: 70-73-5
Circus Olympus
By Lindsay Price
The circus has come to town! Well... sort of. There's no elephant on a bicycle but there are the Greek Geeks and have they got a story or two to tell. More specifically, a myth or two: Pandora's Box, Persephone and the Underworld, King Midas, Athena and Arachne, and don't forget the Mythapalooza Slam Jam!
A gleeful celebration with excellent large cast expansion and parts for all abilities. Circus elements are optional and are suggested for each myth.
Choose from THREE different lengths: Two Acts, One Act, or a 20 minute Competition Piece.
Highlights
- Lakewood Ranch High School received a superior ranking at the District 6 Florida Thespian Festival
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Suitable For: High Schools, Middle Schools
19M+21W
Comedy, Drama, Monologues
89 Pages
Book: $8.95 , PDF: $8.95 ,
Order Code: 70-50-6
Competition Monologues
Edited By Lindsay Price
Collection of 40 monologues from our plays.
Companion to Competition Scenes: Duets.
Whether it's for a competition, an audition or for class, these monologues will help get the job done. Specifically geared for students, this collection contains a wide variety of characters, genres and lengths.
The monologues come from plays published by Theatrefolk and include approximate timing, character/story background, and performance suggestions.
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