Drama Repertoire for LCS
Specifically curated for the League of Christian Schools Festival (LCS).
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God-Honoring Scenes and Sketches
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Under 5 Minutes
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Grades 3-12
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Solo, Small, and Large Ensemble
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Sketches are SNL Style Stand-Alone Comedy
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Scenes are Excerpts from Fully Developed Plays
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Performance Licensing Included
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Licensed Repertoire Fully Sharable with Students/Parents
Themes cover the Parables of Jesus, what the Bible says about the power of our words, and bringing hope amidst comparison, fear, disappointment, and loss.
Prayer Meeting
THEME AND SOURCE
Sincere Prayer
Jeremiah 29:12-13
“.…pray to me, and I will hear you.”
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DESCRIPTION AND DEMAND
Comedy sketch about sincere prayer for 1 to 8 Actors. Reese (M or F) enters a Chapel sincerely burdened, but uncertain about how to pray. (S)He eavesdrops on an array of amusing characters in the Chapel. Opportunity for several actors to monologue, or one gifted actor to do all characters.
CAST: 1-8 actors, Male or Female. (1 actor may play all roles.)
RUNTIME: 6:15 - (Permission to make cuts.)
"I WILL DECIDE" from RALPH TO THE RESCUE
THEME AND SOURCE
True Friendship
Prov. 18:24
“Some friends may ruin you,
but a real friend will be more loyal than a brother.”
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SYNOPSIS
Not-so-athletic Ralph wants to impress Pageant Girl, Katie Beth. But his thinking might be misguided. Broad, "Peanuts" style characters.
CAST:
RALPH (M) 3-8th Grade. Kind, vulnerable, not an athlete.
KATIE BETH (F) 3-8th Grade. Pageant girl, spoiled, oblivious.
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CHALLENGE LEVEL: Beginner
RUNTIME: 3+ minutes
“Vengeance is Mine”
from BACKSTAB: The Musical
​THEME AND SOURCE
Speaking the Truth in Love
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Eph. 4:15; Rom 12:17
“Do not repay anyone evil for evil.”
“...by speaking the truth with love,
let’s grow in every way into Christ.”
SYNOPSIS
Ashley thinks Mia is her friend...until she overhears Mia talking about her. Ashley is naturally hurt, but her best friend Dusty is furious – and hilarious. How will Ashley keep Dusty’s anger under control, manage her own hurt feelings, and confront Mia – in love?
CAST:
ASHLEY (F) Loves the Lord, well liked, wants to do what's right, struggles with confrontation.
DUSTY (F) Best friend to Ashley, outspoken, strong personality, bold, colorful, struggles with anger.
​CHALLENGE LEVEL: Intermediate
RUNTIME: 3:30 version & 4:30 version available
“Confrontation”
from BACKSTAB: The Musical
​THEME AND SOURCE
Speaking the Truth in Love
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Eph. 4:15; Rom 12:17
“Do not repay anyone evil for evil.”
“...by speaking the truth with love,
let’s grow in every way into Christ.”
SYNOPSIS
Ashley thinks Mia is her friend...until she overhears Mia talking about her. Ashley is naturally hurt, but her best friend Dusty is furious – and hilarious. How will Ashley keep Dusty’s anger under control, manage her own hurt feelings, and confront Mia – in love?
CAST:
ASHLEY (F) Loves the Lord, well liked, wants to do what's right, struggles with confrontation.
DUSTY (F) Best friend to Ashley, outspoken, strong personality, bold, colorful, struggles with anger.
​CHALLENGE LEVEL: Intermediate~Advanced. Wide emotional range.
RUNTIME: 4:30
“What’d you Hear?”
from Presentation Day: WORD POWER
THEME AND SOURCE
What does the Bible say about the
POWER of our WORDS?
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Prov. 18:21
“Our words have the power to build people up…
or tear people down…”
SYNOPSIS
It’s Presentation Day at school, and Nellie is petrified to speak. The class has been studying what the Bible says about the power of our words. It’s time for these classroom characters to share what they've learned. Each "Student Presentation" is based on their assigned scripture verse. How will Nellie navigate her fear, maintain her friendships, and respect confidences?
CAST:
NELLIE (F) Central character, terrified to speak in front of the class. Makes progress with the help of an unlikely ally.
GIGI (F) Cheerleader. Shiny surface, appears to have it together, intimidating to other students. Action reveals her insecurities just beneath the surface, and her true heart.
​CHALLENGE LEVEL: Beginner
RUNTIME: 3:30
“Listening Party” from SERVICE PROJECT
THEME AND SOURCE
Teamwork and Serving Others
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Hebrews 10:24-25
“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works.”
SYNOPSIS
For her Service Project assignment, quiet, thoughtful Rachel is teamed up with Queen Bee Peyton, her Sidekick Macy, and Harley - who defies all stereotypes. How will Macy handle their differing perspectives on what the project should be? Will she compromise her good judgement to keep from rocking the boat?
CAST:
PEYTON (F) Popular, superficial, accustomed to being followed.
MACY (F) Careful to stay in Peyton's friend group, but more thoughtful
and mature.
RACHEL (F)Mature, wise, unassuming, not accepted in Peyton's crowd.
HARLEY(M/F) Unconventional, starts assignments at last minute and
still makes an A. Deeply engaged in hobby (comic books, classic
novels, etc.)
​CHALLENGE LEVEL: Intermediate~Advanced. Quick pick ups and wide emotional range.
RUNTIME: 4:30
“Going to the Next Round” from NERVOUS: The Musical
THEME AND SOURCE
Facing Fears
Isaiah 41:13
“Do not fear; I will help you.”
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SYNOPSIS
Becky has progressed to Round 3 of “America’s Next Top Superstar Student.” YES! Wait - NO! Round 3 requires a mandatory interview. Becky explains to her close friends why this is something she absolutely cannot do. Do Jamey and Pinky give her a pass?
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CAST:
BECKY (F) Responsible, thoughtful, leadership qualities.
JAMEY (M/F) Mature, loyal, keeps Pinky in line.
PINKY (F) Fun loving, spirited, keeps it light, stays on the surface.
​CHALLENGE LEVEL: Intermediate
RUNTIME: 4:30
“Katie Beth's Birthday”
from RALPH TO THE RESCUE
THEME AND SOURCE
True Friendship
Prov. 18:24
“Some friends may ruin you,
but a real friend will be more loyal than a brother.”
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SYNOPSIS
Not-so-athletic Ralph wants to impress Pageant Girl, Katie Beth. Laura helps him understand that his thinking might be misguided. Broad, "Peanuts" style characters.
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CAST:
RALPH (M) 3-8th Grade. Kind, vulnerable, not an athlete.
LAURA(F) 3-8th Grade. Thoughtful, old soul, unassuming, confident.
KATIE BETH (F) 3-8th Grade. Pageant girl, spoiled, oblivious.
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CHALLENGE LEVEL: Beginner
RUNTIME: 4:30
"I WILL DECIDE" from RALPH TO THE RESCUE
THEME AND SOURCE
True Friendship
Prov. 18:24
“Some friends may ruin you,
but a real friend will be more loyal than a brother.”
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SYNOPSIS
Not-so-athletic Ralph wants to impress Pageant Girl, Katie Beth. But his thinking might be misguided. Broad, "Peanuts" style characters.
CAST:
RALPH (M) 3-8th Grade. Kind, vulnerable, not an athlete.
KATIE BETH (F) 3-8th Grade. Pageant girl, spoiled, oblivious.
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CHALLENGE LEVEL: Beginner
RUNTIME: 3+ minutes
Decisions, Decisions
THEME AND SOURCE
A comical look at an Indecisive Fire Chief
we think…maybe...
James 1:8
"An indecisive person is unstable in all they do."
DESCRIPTION AND DEMAND
What transpires when an indecisive Fire Chief leads his Crew in responding to a house fire? And what about the consequences for the victim?
CAST: 2 to 10 Actors, Male or Female
RUNTIME: 6 minutes. Permission to cut.
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"Will We Help You Practice?"
from NERVOUS: The Musical
THEME AND SOURCE
Facing Fears
“Do not fear; I will help you.” Isaiah 41:13
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SYNOPSIS
Becky has progressed to Round 3 of “America’s Next Top Superstar Student.” YES! Wait - NO! Round 3 requires a mandatory interview. Becky explains to her close friends why this is something she absolutely cannot do. Do Jamey and Pinky give her a pass?
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CAST:
​BECKY (F) Responsible, thoughtful, leadership qualities.
JAMEY (M/F) Mature, loyal, keeps Pinky in line.
PINKY (F) Fun loving, spirited, keeps it light, stays on the surface.
​CHALLENGE LEVEL: Intermediate~Advanced. Physical comedy and quick pick ups.
RUNTIME: 4:30
No Time for Patience
THEME AND SOURCE
A Satirical look at our On-Demand Lifestyle
Gal. 5:22-23
"...the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace,
PATIENCE..."
DESCRIPTION AND DEMAND
David/Diana Demando hosts, “No Time for Patience,” a talk show devoted to getting you, “What you want NOW!” Tonight’s guests include a “real housewife” pushing a unique app, a teen influencer with a babysitting short-cut, and an eccentric Doctor peddling a medical breakthrough.
CAST: 1- 4 Actors, Male or Female (1 actor may play all roles.)
RUNTIME: 6:07 (Permission to make cuts.)