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Easter

Can It Be True?

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Jean Herrick
Scripts Since 2007
23 March 2023

Summary: Mary returns excitedly from meeting the risen Lord, but can’t convince Peter that she has seen Jesus.
Style: Dramatic.                Duration:  3min
Actors:  1M, 1F, 1N

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The Problem With Nard

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Jim Hatherley
Scripts Since 2007
19 January 2023

Summary:  A dialogue between Judas and Mary (sister of Lazarus), in which Judas reveals his family background and his reasons for his hatred of the Romans. Could be used as a pre-Easter script.
Style; Dramatic.    Duration:  15min?
Scripture:  John 12: 1-8
Actors: 1M, 1F

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Mary The Mother of Jesus

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Maureen McCartney - Thomas
Scripts Since 2007
19 January 2023

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: A dramatic monologue in which Mary pours out her agonised heart at the foot of the cross.
Style; Heavy drama.   Duration:  10min
Actors: 1F

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Emmaus Walk – a monologue

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Jim Hatherley
Scripts Since 2007
19 January 2023

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: The story recounted by one of the two travellers who encounter Jesus on the road to Emmaus after His resurrection. 
Style: Dramatic.     Duration: 10min
Scripture: Luke 24: 13-35
Actors: 1M

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The Thief on the Cross (He Saved Me)

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Michael Farley
Scripts Since 2007
19 January 2023

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: The repentant thief shares the agony of his last moments in crucifixion.
Style: Heavy drama.    Duration:  10min
Actors: 1M

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Easter Eulogies

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Sauni Rinehart
Scripts Since 2007
19 January 2023

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Subject: The sorrow of the crucifixion. Good Friday reflections by eight people who knew Jesus intimately.
Style: Dramatic. Duration: 10-15 mins
Actors: 4M, 4F (+ optional non-speaking extras)

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Three Centurions

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Roger Bulpitt
Scripts Since 2007
19 January 2023

Summary: The following are three monologues narrated by centurions mentioned in the Gospels and the Book of Acts. 
Style: Dramatic.       Duration: Each one is 5-10 mins.
Actors: Three males
Note: These could be played in sequence, or used over three occasions in the Easter period. 

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The Centurion’s Letter – A monologue

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Roger Bulpitt
Scripts Since 2007
05 November 2020

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary:
After the death of Jesus a certain centurion may have written to another centurion, whose servant had been healed by Jesus and this is what he may have said.
Style: Dramatic.           Duration: 5min
Actors: 1M

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Nicodemus the distant disciple

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Vic Cooper
Scripts Since 2007
04 June 2019

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: Based on John 3, this play follows Nicodemus as he progresses from a self- righteous proud Pharisee to become a follower of Jesus Christ. It has humour at the right time and deep convicting grief which finalizes in joy at the risen Lord. We are taking liberties in concluding that he became a believer; however, the fact that he defended Jesus before the Sanhedrin and he and Joseph claimed the body of Christ points in that direction. Also, historic tradition says he was baptized later on. Nicodemus begins with a gruff total rejection of Jesus, but God works thru the Holy Spirit, his family, and the scriptures to change the stony heart of this Pharisee. The play covers the time from the first miracles of Christ to His resurrection. First written for marionettes, it proved to be a powerful tool for conviction. 
Style: Dramatic, with light touches. Duration: 60min(?)
Actors: 5M, 2F, 1N

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Was that Jesus, the Son of God?

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David Lee
Scripts Since 2007
29 May 2018

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary. A story involving four people at the time of the crucifixion. Two have just left the Passover feast in Jerusalem; when they reach an inn they start to discuss Jesus' death. And two Roman soldiers who arrive at the inn also discus the event. An innkeeper listens intently to their discussion.
Style: Dramatic.   Duration: 10min
Actors: 5M

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What A Place For A Party!

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Jim Hatherley
Scripts Since 2007
08 March 2018

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary: Anything can happen on an Easter morning.
Style: Dramatic.  Duration: 10min
Actors: 2F, 4M, 1VO
Scripture – LUKE 24: 1-12

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Pilate's Notes

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Jim Hatherly
Scripts Since 2007
08 March 2018

User Rating: 4 / 5

Summary: In this Narrative monologue in several parts, Pilate writes his report to Rome on the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus. Interspersed with readings and hymns.
Style: Dramatic.     Duration: 30min(?)
Actors: 1M

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I Witness

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Wanda Berry
Scripts Since 2007
21 December 2017

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: A Resurrection play that consist of a group of 10 monologues that blend into a sort of choral speaking ending. Each inanimate object speaks out as a witness of Christ's presence here on earth and His death. Each inanimate object (except the donkey) tells of the part they played and how they felt as they participated in their God-given assignments.
Style: Dramatic/Heavy.   Duration: Approximately 60 minutes.
Actors: 1F (Donkey), 9 interchangeble M/F.

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Pilate

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Jacob de Bruyn
Scripts Since 2007
24 June 2017

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: A Good Friday/Easter drama based on the trial, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, as experienced by Pontius Pilate. The whole play takes place in one location, Pilate’s palace. 
Style: Dramatic.   Duration:  About 25min. 
Actors: M, 1F, plus 7+V
Scriptures: Matt 26 – 28, Mark 14 - 16, Luke 22 – 24, John 18 - 20

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Early Morning Encounter

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John McNeil
Scripts Since 2007
03 April 2017

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: Three women enter the garden tomb early on Easter Sunday morning, carring spices to embalm the body of Jesus but not knowing how they will be able to get into the tomb.

Style:  Dramatic.   Duration: 3min.
Actors:  3F, 1VO

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The Passover Meal

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Jeanette Walker
Scripts Since 2007
31 March 2016

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary: A version of the Last Supper for younger people. It is based on the scripture from Matthew 26: 26-56.  It is from the point of view of a mother telling her daughter a story.

Style:  Dramatic.    Duration: 15min
Actors: 2F, 4M +V

 

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Now That's A Plan

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Michelle Patterson
Scripts Since 2007
30 September 2015

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary: Two angels with Jesus at the Garden of Gethsemane and through the Resurrection.  
Style: Dramatic.  Duration: 5-10min
Actors: 2M/F, 2:3F
Scripture: Based on Matthew 26 - 28

 

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The Writer

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John McNeil
Scripts Since 2007
31 January 2015

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: A dramatic poem which is an allegory on John 1:1-12. It is particularly suitable - but not exclusively so - for Easter. "The Writer" was originally presented as a dance-drama, with a Narrator, Dancers, and music compiled for the performance. A copy of the poem narrated by the author with music accompaniment can be viewed on YouTube, https://youtu.be/3d01Jaf1OjQ


Bible Reference: "The Writer" is based on John 1:1-12, which could be read before the performance.

 

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The Day God Died

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John McNeil
Scripts Since 2007
29 October 2014

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: A full-scale Easter passion play, beginning with the Palm Sunday entry into Jerusalem, and continuing to the resurrection of Jesus. Suitable for either an outdoor production (as originally performed) or the theatre/church. The script is designed to allow scenes to take place in multiple places around the set. Some of the scenes are very short. These are generally linking scenes, which provide time for actors in other scenes to move to other spots.
Style: Dramatic.   Duration: 90min-120min.
Actors: 35M, 6F, 1M/F, +V (some parts can be doubled)

 

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The Cost

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R. Cody Phillips
Scripts Since 2007
21 August 2014

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: This two-act play centers on the last week of Jesus’ earthly ministry. This presentation is designed to emphasize that there is a “cost” to discipleship, and that cost depends in large measure on the individual’s relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. In this drama, five different persons must face the ultimate question of how they will relate to the Son of God and whether or not they are willing to pay the price.
Style: Dramatic.     Duration: 90-120min
Actors: 22M, 5F

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Attachments
R Cody Phillips The Cost.pdf [553.08Kb]
Uploaded Tuesday, 28 February 2023 by Chris

Christ the Shepherd, Christ the King

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Kathy Applebee and Linda Lineberry
Scripts Since 2007
29 April 2014

User Rating: 5 / 5

A musical drama for Easter
Summary: A musical Easter drama for a large cast and choir. Told from the viewpoint of a shepherd, it chronicles the life of Jesus from his birth through his crucifixion, burial and resurrection ending on a triumphant note of glory.
Style: Dramatic.    Duration: 90min?
Actors: 20M, 11F, 5M/F, 2C, 1VO, +Various

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20230228003720 Christ the shepherd.docx [21.59Kb]
Uploaded Tuesday, 28 February 2023 by Chris

Christ the Servant, Christ the King

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Kathy Applebee and Linda Lineberry
Scripts Since 2007
17 April 2014

User Rating: 5 / 5

A musical drama for Easter

Summary: This full-length script traces the life of Jesus from his birth to his crucifixion and resurrection.
Style: Dramatic.   Duration: 90min?
Actors: 13F, 24M, 3M/F, 3VO, 2C

Read or download the full script by clicking on the link below.

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20230228003504 Christ the servant Christ the king.odt [39.91Kb]
Uploaded Tuesday, 28 February 2023 by Chris

Was That Jesus, The Son of God?

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David Lee
Scripts Since 2007
05 April 2014

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary: Two people who have just left the Passover feast in Jerusalem   start to discuss Jesus' death when they reach an inn. Two Roman soldiers who arrive at the inn also discus the event. An innkeeper listens intently to their discussion.
Style: Dramatic.    Duration: 10min
Actors: 5M

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The Suffering God

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Caroline Fletcher
Scripts Since 2007
04 April 2014

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: As well as portraying the crucifixion, this play also looks at the question of suffering and demonstrates that though terrible things happen in this world, this does not mean that we have an uncaring God who cannot sympathize with our suffering: Jesus lived amongst us and shared our pain.
Style: Dramatic.   Duration: 12min.
Actors: 2M/F, 5M

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The Gospel Adventure, A Holy Week Odyssey

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Gaye Ahlers
Scripts Since 2007
02 April 2014

Summary: This play covers the period of Holy Week from Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter (Resurrection) Sunday.  This play has a Biblical emphasis in terms of how Old Testament prophecies concerning the end of Jesus’ ministry and death are fulfilled in the Gospel account, mostly in the book of Matthew. There is also an evangelistic thrust which relates to how the life of Jesus impacts both nominal Christians as well as unchurched non-Christians with the reality of God’s love for them.
Style: Religious drama with comedy/fantasy elements.
Duration: Approximately one hour.
Cast Size: About 34, but people would have the flexibility to play more than one role.
Scripture references: Matthew 21: 1-11, Zechariah 9:9, Zechariah 13:7, Matthew 26: 26-30, 32-41, 69-75, Matthew 27: 11-25, Isaiah 53: 4-8, 10, Matthew 27: 27-33, Luke 23:28, Matthew 27:41-42, Luke 23:39-43, Matthew 27: 45-48, John 19:30, Mark 15:39, Matthew 28: 1-8.
To read the full script, please click on the link below.

“The Gospel Adventure, A Holy Week Odyssey.”

 

Summary: As would be suggested from the title, this play covers the period of Holy Week from Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter (Resurrection) Sunday.  This play has a Biblical emphasis in terms of how Old Testament prophecies concerning the end of Jesus’ ministry and death are fulfilled in the Gospel account, mostly in the book of Matthew. There is also an evangelistic thrust which relates to how the life of Jesus impacts both nominal Christians as well as unchurched non-Christians with the reality of God’s love for them.

Style: Religious drama with comedy/fantasy elements.

Duration: Approximately one hour.

Cast Size: About 34, but people would have the flexibility to play more than one role.

Scripture references: Matthew 21: 1-11, Zechariah 9:9, Zechariah 13:7, Matthew 26: 26-30, 32-41, 69-75, Matthew 27: 11-25, Isaiah 53: 4-8, 10, Matthew 27: 27-33, Luke 23:28, Matthew 27:41-42, Luke 23:39-43, Matthew 27: 45-48, John 19:30, Mark 15:39, Matthew 28: 1-8.

Attachments
The Gospel Adventure Holy week.doc [90.5Kb]
Uploaded Tuesday, 28 February 2023 by Chris

Inquiry into the Removal of the Body of Jesus of Nazareth

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David Hardy
Scripts Since 2007
28 March 2014

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary: A court case in which witnesses to the crucifixion of Jesus are questioned regarding the later disappearance of the body.
Style: Dramatic.    Duration:  7min
Scripture: MATT 27:62 -66 and 28:11 - 15
Actors: 1M/F, 4M

 

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The Easter Story - a mime

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David Lee
Scripts Since 2007
22 March 2014

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary. A crucifixion drama set to the song "No hay nadie come tu" by Marco Barrientos. We have used this very effectively outdoors.
Style: Dramatic.  Duration:  9min
Actors: 6+M, 2M/F

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The Last Supper

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Kathy Applebee
Scripts Since 2007
14 March 2014

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary: Based on Luke 22 and John 13 & 14, this five scene script can be used for just Jesus washing his disciples' feet (scenes 1-3) and/or instituting the Lord's Supper.
Style:  Dramatic.    Duration: Scenes 1-3 run about 5-6 minutes, 5 and 6 are 3 minutes each.  Scenes 1 -3 can be produced as a stand-alone skit as well as 4 & 5 as a stand-alone.
Actors: 13M

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How Can It Be

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David Hardy
Scripts Since 2007
12 March 2014

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary: A reflection by Mary Magdalene on her discovery at the empty tomb.
Style: Dramatic.   Dur: 3min
Actors: 1F

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The Faces of Easter

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Jo Bower
Scripts Since 2007
07 March 2014

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: Various people present at the crucifixion react to what they have seen. This is suitable as a Readers' Theatre presentation. (Inspired by a sermon my father, Rev. James T. Ramdall,preached when I was a child.)
Style: Dramatic.   Duration: 15min
Actors: 6M, 3F, 1VO + various voices

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Easter Narrative

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Jeanette Walters
Scripts Since 2007
07 March 2014

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary: A briefly told account of the resurrection and Jesus' various appearances to his disciples. This would work well as an acted reading, or readers' theatre.
Style: Dramatic.    Duration: 8min
Actors: 1F, 3M, 2M/F + Various non-speaking parts.

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Easter Dialogue 2

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Sandy Conway
Scripts Since 2007
07 March 2014

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: Two women wonder what will happen to their friend Mary Magdalene, now Jesus has been crucified. (Note: Language is that of British working class women.)
Style: Dramatic.   Duration: 12min
Actors: 2F

 

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The Suffering God

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Caroline Fletcher
Scripts Since 2007
05 March 2014

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary: This play would work well at Easter time as it portrays the crucifixion. It also looks at the question of suffering and demonstrates that though terrible things happen in this world, this does not mean that we have an uncaring God who cannot sympathize with our suffering: Jesus lived amongst us and shared our pain. The Bible passage used at the end of the play is the NIV version of Isaiah 53:3-6, an Old Testament passage understood by Christians to predict the suffering of Christ and his atoning death. [This author has several other excellent plays at www.freechristianplays.tumblr.com]
Style: Dramatic          Duration: 20min
Actors: 5M,2M/F

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What is Truth?

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Barry Brannen
Scripts Since 2007
22 January 2014

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: An Easter skit. What effect did Jesus have on Pontius Pilate? Drawing from the 4 Gospel accounts, with some imagination of a conversation in Pilate’s household on Resurrection Sunday.
Style: Dramatic   Duration: 12min
Actors: 2M,1F

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Evidence that demands a verdict (with apologies to Josh McDowell)

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Jeremy Moodey
Scripts Since 2007
21 March 2013

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: A short sketch in which a judge gives his summation to an imaginary jury about who Jesus was, based on Jesus’ own words on the cross.
Style: dramatic           Duration: 5 min
Scripture: Jesus’ words from the cross as recorded in Luke 23, Matthew 27 and John 19.
Actors: 1M/F

 

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Supper in the Upper

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Sheila Hamil
Scripts Since 2007
24 January 2013

User Rating: 4 / 5

Puppets at Easter 

Summary: Focusing on Thomas at Easter and after the Resurrection.
Style: Light-hearted.  Duration: 5min
Actors: 1N, + puppets
Scripture: John 20:19-20

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Shadow dramas: Palm Sunday, Good Friday, Easter Day

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Sheila Hamil
Scripts Since 2007
24 January 2013

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: These three dramas – Palm Sunday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday – were written for a children’s activity morning.  A large white sheet with a strong light source behind it is needed, so that the children’s shadows are shown miming the actions, while the narrator reads out the poem. Shapes such as a cardboard donkey, palm fronds may also be used.
Style: Dramatic.  Duration: Short.
Actors: Any number

 

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Barabbas the Brigand (rap version)

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Sheila Hamil
Scripts Since 2007
24 January 2013

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary: An Easter bible reading set to “rap” music.
Style: Dramatic. Duration: 2min
Actors: Any number
Scripture: John 18:28-40

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Thomas

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Jim Hatherly
Scripts Since 2007
23 January 2013

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary:  A monologue, in which the disciple Thomas reflects on his time with Jesus, and the events following the resurrection.
Style: Dramatic.   Duration:  12min
Actors: 1M
Scripture: John 20: 19-31

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Easter TV

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Jim Hatherly
Scripts Since 2007
21 January 2013

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary:  Two sets of characters, modern day and from the time of Jesus, are forced to reassess their lives by the events of the first Easter.
Style: Light-hearted.  Duration: 12min
Scripture: John 20: 1-18
Actors: 3M, 1F

 

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Emmaus Walk - a monologue

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Jim Hatherly
Scripts Since 2007
21 January 2013

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary: A monologue from one of those whom Jesus met following his resurrection on the road to Emmaus.
Style: Dramatic.   Duration:  10min
Actors: 1M/F
Scripture: Luke 24: 13-35

 

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Question Time: Resurrection

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Sheila Hamil
Scripts Since 2007
12 January 2013

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: Using David Dimbleby's Question Time programme (UK TV), we bring up arguments about the Resurrection of Jesus. The pupils from Churchill Community College took up a 'write a drama for Easter' challenge. This is what they came up with.
Style: Dramatic.   Duration:  5min
Actors: 4M, 1F

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Palm Sunday Newsflash

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Sheila Hamil
Scripts Since 2007
12 January 2013

User Rating: 4 / 5

Summary: A light-hearted radio news report from the events of Palm Sunday.
Style: Light-hearted.   Duration:  6min
Actors:  4M/F

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Easter Dialogue

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Sandy Conway
Scripts Since 2007
12 January 2013

User Rating: 3 / 5

Summary: Two women discuss Mary Magdalene and the events of the first Easter.
Style: Dramatic.   Duration: 10min
Scripture:Mark 16:9-11, John 20:14-18 and parallels
Actors: 2F

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The Death of a Righteous Man

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Jeremy Moodey
Scripts Since 2007
05 November 2012

User Rating: 4.5 / 5

Summary: A short sketch based on the Roman Centurion’s experience of the crucifixion.
Style: Dramatic.   Duration: 5min
Scripture: The crucifixion accounts in Luke 23 and Matthew 27.
Actors: 1M, 1F

 

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The Man with the Sponge

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John Holden
Scripts Since 2007
29 February 2012

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: A monologue, by the man who held the sponge up to Jesus on the cross on Good Friday.
Style: Drama.  Duration: 8min
Actors: 1M

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Doubting Thomas

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Jeanette Walter
Scripts Since 2007
10 January 2012

User Rating: 4 / 5

Summary: It takes a personal encounter with Jesus for Thomas to believe Christ has risen.
Style:  Comedy/drama.  Duration:  10min
Actors: 5M

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Palm Sunday Shopper

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Melinda Cousins
Scripts Since 2007
09 January 2012

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: A suburban couple are upset when their donkey goes missing. They get a surprise when they hear a commotion at the end of the street.  Keywords: Palm Sunday
Style: Light-hearted.  Duration: 5min
Actors: 1M, 1F

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Palm Sunday Shopper

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Melinda Cousins
Scripts Since 2007
17 December 2010

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: A modern-day take on Palm Sunday, with a shopaholic wife, a long-suffering husband and their household pet.
Style:  Light-hearted.  Duration:  6min
Actors: 1M, 1F

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Jesus The King

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Malcolm McLean
Scripts Since 2007
13 June 2010

User Rating: 5 / 5

Summary: This is a true story in the form of a passion play, but the setting has been changed to modern times, and some events have been added or rearranged for dramatic purposes. The play is modern dress, designed to be suitable for school performance.
Style: Dramatic   Duration:  60min +
Actors: 38M, 19F, 5M/F, 1VO, 1N, +Various

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