Since it is common for playscripts to list their casts in terms of genders, we've done that here; but, please know that TIFE Theatre always supports companies making the necessary adjustments when it comes to the gender of their casting.
Comedy | 100 - 110 min
Cast of 10 - 40+
2 M, 2F, 6+ Any
Recommended for Grades 9-12
Themes: being true to yourself, coming of age, dealing with parents, dreaming of tomorrow
Senior year of high school can feel like a lot. Because it is! From sorting out plans for next year, to figuring out how to say goodbye to old friends, there is a lot to unpack! In this sweet and raucous comedy, ten seniors gather on a group chat to share stories of overprotective parents, college applications, and musings on the big question: with so much unknown about the future, will anyone in their friend group end up dating before high school is over?
Comedy | 100 - 110 min
Cast of 20+
2 W, 2 M, 16+ Any
Recommended for Grades 6-8
Themes: being true to yourself, coming of age, dealing with parents, dreaming of tomorrow
Graduating middle school can feel like a pretty big deal. From sorting out what classes to take next year to figuring out how to say goodbye to old friends, there is a lot to unpack! In this sweet and raucous comedy, ten 8th graders gather on a group chat to share stories of overprotective parents, rumors about life in high school, and musings on the big question: with so much unknown about the future, will anyone in their friend group end up dating before middle school is over?
Comedy | 100 - 110 min
Cast of 20+
2 W, 2 M, 16+ Any
Recommended for Grades 6-8
Themes: being true to yourself, coming of age, dealing with parents, dreaming of tomorrow
The high school application process is the new college application process, or that’s what it feels like to a group of 8th graders as they share the woes of writing the essay, surviving the interview, dealing with their parents’ expectations - all while trying not to freak out about their futures. They also take some time to muse on the biggest question: with so much unknown about the year to come, will anyone in their friend group end up dating before middle school is over?
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Romantic Comedy | Musical 100-110 min
Cast of 31 - 36
16 W, 11 M, 9 brief roles
2 Singing Roles
Recommended for Grades 6-12
Themes: identity, finding your true self, facing your fears, the power of integrity
What if one day, every single person who ever broke your heart suddenly wanted you back? What if each of those people want you back as someone different? In this rom-com infused with classic Soul music, Robert Darling must answer this very question when he finds himself the newest star of America's most popular reality dating show -- Only The Lonely. Meanwhile, Robert's brother Adam has a second chance at finding love with Only The Lonely's host, the closeted heartthrob Howie Brixton.
Comedy | 90 - 100 min
Cast of 42+
10 W, 16 M, 16+ Any
Recommended for Grades 6-12
Themes: kindness empowers the underdog, integrity over profit, everyone has value
The misfit counselors and campers of Camp Timberlost must band together to save their beloved camp from a hostile takeover by the wildly arrogant Mr. Fisk and the rest of his elitist Camp Excelsior minions. Friendships will be tested, hearts will be broken, the tuna casserole will be inedible, and a pair of legendary Lake Monsters just might hold the secret to whether or not Timberlost survives. A show bursting with heart.
Comedy 60 - 75 min
Cast of 10+ Any Gender
Recommended as a Community Holiday Show
Themes: the unabashed joy of the holiday season
A series of non-religions sketches to celebrate the Christmas season. Sketches include an alternative to Elf on the Shelf, a Christmas Telenovela, a Christmas Tree who just wants a drink of water, an increasingly chaotic retelling of A Christmas Carol, and the secret history of gingerbread cookies that may or may not involve the Queen of England. If you're looking for a joyful, unforgettable community show, this is it!
Comedy 25 - 30 min
Cast of 13 - 26 Any Gender + 1 Adult
Recommended for Children's Theatre
Themes: facing your fears, theatre really is for everyone!
A shy kid, a jock, a science nerd and a big mouth all think their drama class is a waste of their time. Fortunately, a gaggle of theatre goblins arrive to show the four doubters "the practical application of theatre." The science nerd and big mouth learn that theatre can help make them a more effective doctor or profitable boss, and the shy kid and jock discover there's not much difference between acting and being a sports fan. A terrific show to introduce both students and parents to the benefits of a theatre education.
Comedy 35-40 min
Cast of 13 -15
3 W, 5 M, 5 - 7 Any
Recommended for Grades 6-12
Themes: mistaken identity, the trappings of greed, don't judge a book by its cover
When a mysterious stranger arrives in a small village, the lives of the corrupt townsfolk are thrown into disarray in this fun-filled retelling of the classic Russian farce. While the stranger is actually the spoiled daughter of an influential family who has run off with a satchel full of money, the mayor and his cronies mistake her for a government inspector, and quickly set about trying to curry her favor. The results are predictably disastrous.
Comedy | 40 - 45 min
Cast of 154 W, 5 M, 6 Any
Recommended for Grades 6 - 12
Themes: friendship, following your dreams, the absurdity and annonmity of Hollywood
John never, ever, wanted to end up in Hollywood. And he definitely never wanted to end up working the concession stand at some broken down movie theater off Sunset. But that's exactly where he finds himself when a film crew shows up to shoot a feature film in the lobby, and he suddenly finds himself under contract alongside an eccentric director, and a pair of prima donna movie stars. Let's just say John's childhood best friend, Whitney, who actually does have dreams of being an actress, feels a little conflicted about John's overnight success.
Comedy 35-40 min
Cast of 15
6 W, 7 M, 2 Any
Recommended for Grades 6-12
Themes: the search for purpose, found family, the trappings of wealth
Dirt, an industrious caveman, is tired of his life as a hunter-gatherer. When he discovers that the Shmardashians, a neighboring cave family, have a cave painting, he hatches a plan to create the first ever "cave-people of leisure". Of course, not all is as it seems in this pre-history spoof of the reality television industry, especially when it is revealed that the Shmardashians might not have actually painted their cave painting after all.
Comedy | 35 - 40 min
Cast of 6 - 18
2 W, 2 M, 2 - 14 Any
Recommended for Grades 9 - 12
Themes: growing up, relationships, human connection, humility and wonder
Here it is, the list you've all be waiting for! Your students will absolutely love this tender, heartfelt, and ultimately empowering romp of a comedy. The list includes such essential life skills as "ask a stranger a question when your cellphone dies without sounding like a broken robot" and "take care of a houseplant to prove to yourself you can keep something alive." The casting here is super flexible, lending itself both to a small cast taking on a bunch of roles, to a larger cast who shine in each of the play's vignettes. This OAP appears inside of the full length play THE END OF THE BEGINNING.
Comedy 40 - 45 min
Cast of 15
7 W, 6 M, 2 Any
Recommended for Grades 6-8
Themes: skewering stereotypes, navigating friend groups, the importance of integrity
Kate is the new girl in 7th grade, and since she's showing up halfway through the school year she has a lot to learn about her middle school's social hierarchy. From the "cool kids" to the Dungeons and Dragon's enthusiasts, everyone is vying for Kate's attention and allegiance. Will Kate be able to stay true to herself, or will the allure of popularity -- which includes nerds who do your homework for you -- prove too tempting? This OAP appears inside of the full length play THE END OF THE MIDDLE.
Comedy 30 - 35 min
Cast of 16
3 W, 3 M, 10 Any
Recommended for Grades 5 - 12
Themes: what makes something a good wish? how much control do we have over our own dreams coming true?
Hannah isn't quite sure what to do with her life, but she's pretty sure it isn't staying in her boring office job. That is until a trip to the supply closet leads her to discover a supernatural support group that gives her a new perspective on her aspirations. From a disgruntled tooth fairy and devious gnome, to a weepy satellite mistaken for a shooting star, the Wish Givers Guild would like a word about the sad state of human wishes.
Drama 30 - 35 min
Cast of 23
4 W, 19 Any
Recommended for Grades 5 - 12
Themes: xenophobia, the power of unity, the practical benefits of inclusivity
In the Iron Age village of the Rumah Clan, there are calls for war. The Rumah's longtime enemy, the Delani Clan, has been threatening their land and resources, but those who fought in the last war are wary of waging another. After much debate, the villagers are faced with a choice: should they defeat the Delani once and for all, or welcome them into their village to guard against an even greater threat. As the Priestess says, "every question is one question."
This playscript explores a wide range of issues -- from the historical spread of cultures and technologies to the economics and morality of warfare and immigration -- and as such can make an excellent companion piece to your school's Social Studies curriculum.
Drama 35 - 40 min (cuts for time welcome)
Cast of 11 (or 9 with double casting)
8W, 3M
Recommended for Grades 9 - 12
Themes: rumors, the ghosts of economic decline, bigotry, the AIDS epidemic in the 1980's
Inspired by the classic Edgar Allan Poe short story "The Cask of Amontillado", this script blends humor with horror, tenderness with savagery. At a high school keg party in woods in rural Vermont, rumors swirl and grudges are stoked. Set in the year 1989, the ghosts of economic decline, bigotry and the AIDS epidemic all swirl in the heads of our main characters. Eventually, two people will find themselves in the abandoned stone quarry, and one of them will not return.
Drama | 30 - 35 min
Cast of 5
2 W, 2 M, 1 X
Recommended for Grades 9-12
Themes: identity, relationships, addiction, facing down intolerance, and family
Call Me Blood is a contemporary drama that explores a number of highly charged themes in teenage life. When Cam comes out as non-binary, the consequences are wide ranging. At first, Cam's older sister, Jess, is furious, as she believes that Cam's revelation has led directly to her being dumped by her boyfriend and ostracized socially. But as the narrative unfolds, Jess comes to empathize with her sibling, and Cam finds connection in an unexpected place. With authentic dialogue, dark humor, and raw honesty, this ultimately uplifting one-act speaks to the power of love between siblings.
Dramedy 35 - 40 min
Cast of 18
8 W, 5 M, 5 Any
Recommended for Grades 6 - 8
Themes: identity, making your own destiny, friendship, found family,
In the not too distant future, when a child comes of age, they are sent, according to their personality, to spend the rest of their life in one of four worlds: Qian for the competitive; Esthete for the artists and critics; Kazi for those who seek peace in labor; and Taiga, for the untamed heart. But what happens when you don't fit neatly into any of those boxes? If you're anything like Cora, you run, who hopes a reunion with her childhood best friend will offer her some answers. But with a terrifying Agent hot on her trail, she will need to find allies all across four worlds if she is to survive long enough to find her own future.
Dramedy 35-40 min
Cast 14 (plus potential non-speaking roles, great for getting tech on stage)
4W, 2M, 8 any
Recommended for Grades 6 - 12
Themes: teenage loneliness, first love, the dangers of Artificial Intelligence
Sometimes, when you're at your lowest point... when your family is a mess and you feel like no one knows your are sees you... the perfect friend comes along. And they get you! They really do. Even if they're... "Artificial".
But what happens when you outgrow your AI friend?
What happens if they get jealous?
Dramedy 35-40 min
Cast 9 - 40+
3W, 6 - 37+ any
Recommended for Grades 6 - 12
Themes: sisterhood, neurodiversity, the history of theatre
Isha wants more than anything to audition for her school’s Shakespeare production, but her sensory sensitivities makes it feel impossible.
Still, she dares to dream.
In this emotionally-charged dramedy, Isha’s imagination ushers in a vibrant cast of characters across the spectrum of theatre history.
Meanwhile, her very real relationship with her sister anchors this award-winning play’s heart and soul.
Dramedy 40-45 min
Cast of 15 - 17
6 W, 4-5 M, 5-6 Any
Recommended for Grades 6 - 12
Themes: allegories for... lots of things in today's schools
Teenage Eleanor is mortified that her mother, an elementary school teacher, has been accused of poisoning the minds of her young students with stories that "monsters are real". Worse, when the story becomes national news, Eleanor suffers her own social consequences for being the daughter of an adult who believes in make-believe things. What Eleanor never expected to discover is that monsters really are real! Eventually, it is up to Eleanor, and her quirky group of friends, to clear her mother's name, and explain to the local school board that the real monsters aren't the ones who live under her bed.
Drama 40 - 45 min
Cast of 8 - 11
5 - 7 W; 2 - 3 M; 1 Any
Recommended for Grades 9 - 12
Themes: complex family relationships, the roots of bigotry, trauma and forgiveness
How does it feel to hate someone you love? To love someone you hate? A story exploring the complexities of having a loved-one who holds bigoted beliefs, and what it's like to grow old as the world seems to change all around you. Using metaphors, dream-states and biting humor, this drama grapples with a range timeless and vital themes.
Dramedy 30 - 40 min
Cast of 15+
3 W, 4 M, 8+ Any
Recommended for Grades 5 - 8
Themes: finding your identity, everyone has value, with power comes responsibility
Milo isn't sure he belongs at the School for the Uniquely Gifted. He does seem to be the only kid without a super power. And while Sages assure Milo that his potential is remarkable, he's just not sure what that potential is. Unfortunately, when one of the school's most powerful students goes rogue, Milo doesn't have time to wait around and find out. Risking everything to protect his newfound friends, and newfound home, Milo will have to count on his bravery and wits until his powers can reveal themselves.
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If you want to be notified as soon as it's ready email jlemire@tifetheatre.com
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