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Use these very short plays in class or on stage in variety shows or revues. Their humor is quick, bright, and lively; the characters are easy to exaggerate; the result is audience applause! Thanks for the booklet of sketches, we used them last week and read 4 of them to great applause! We managed to talk about 5 men into taking parts which is an achievement! We are planning to act several more at a later date. Val, Australia
Scene from production of Now Hear This NEW! 3 women, 2 men, 1 either Now Hear This is a fast-paced comedy in which 6 characters on a cruise ship continuously misinterpret passed messages, similar to the old telephone game. There’s a ship captain, a brash, aggressive cigar-smoking Senator who always gets his way, a cowering Senator’s aide, an attractive lady, and two waitresses. Each hears something differently and passes it on. The results are disastrous as they become increasingly involved in the exchange of messages filled with mistaken information. The play always gets lots of laughs. Written for and performed by a Senior Theatre company. “Now Hear This is funny, funny, funny. We loved every minute of it." Audience member _________________________ NEW! 2 women Joggin' Along" is a series of five comedy sketches involving two single older women who stop jogging long enough to talk about what's going on in their lives. Nothing is sacred as they discuss exercise, weight problems, boyfriends, other women and much more. These often outlandish skits produce enthusiastic and prolonged laughter from audiences, and have an upbeat message that seniors can relate to and enjoy. In fact, their audiences now applaud as soon as they see the joggers enter. Written for and performed by a Senior Theatre company. "What a delightful time! Your opening jogging number is always great -it never fails to bring down the house." Audience member. _________________________ NEW! 3 men _________________________
1 male, 1 female and a brief appearance by a waiter An older gentleman is all dressed up for dinner and excitedly telling his best friend on the phone about the “blind date” he’s taking out to dinner that night. He tucks an Alka Seltzer in his pocket. But the woman thinks it’s a condom. Their misunderstanding comically sustains itself to the end of their date in this “romantic comedy of manners.” _________________________
1-7 actors Give everyone in your group a moment in the spotlight and a chance to be a star! This volume gives you short, light-hearted plays written specially for older adults. Each skit has requires no props or costumes. Printed in large-print type, with alternating bold print for ease of reading. Reminiscing Plays contains 14 witty skits with dialogue that will evoke memories of the past - wash day, World War 2 letters, fashions, fire flies, ice cream, television, Elvis, favorite foods, and much more! _________________________
2 characters: 1 female/1 male in 8 sketches, Comes with 8 cast copies These are the original sketches from the revered CBS “Carol Burnett Show.” We compiled the “Old Folks” sketches into one collection. Your audiences will chuckle, just like we did when we saw them on TV. A donation is made to the Navajo Indian Children’s Scholarship Trust with each purchase. These are the authentic comedy sketch scripts from the CBS network series. Not a word changed! Use them to:
Sketch #1: Old Molly cools old Bert’s ardor with one-liner put downs. Sketch #2: Bert tries to persuade Molly to take a glorious vacation together. Sketch #3: A two character sketch featuring the rocking chair lovers mostly reminiscing. Not much else left. Funny stuff. Sketch #4: Another suitor tries to capture old Molly’s fancy to Bert’s dismay...plus four more! $27.95 _________________________
Olga is such a funny writer, the audiences giggled and hooted.” Pat Drabant, director Senior Moments New! 3 women 2 men Elsie is presenting to her friends, Alice and Lily, her new invention: a revolutionary cream against wrinkles. Humorous unexpected results happen when she tests it on a blue ribbon show dog! $5.00 _________________________ New! 10 minutes Delia and Deborah promised to her niece, Debbie, to keep an eye on her baby while she’s gone. When Debbie returns, she is surprised to find two strange men with her child, and her aunts are missing! $5.00 _________________________ New! 10 minutes Charlie and Clem really like their two widows neighbors. In fact, they want to be more than neighbors with them... But how are Charlie and Clem going to make their proposal to these ladies? $5.00 _________________________ New! 3 women 2 men Mother Brown has lost something really important to her eyes! But what could it be? Seeing how upset she’s becoming, her sons and her daughter-in-law are trying to do their best to find it out. $5.00 _________________________ New! 10 minute comedy It’s a hard day for Mary! She’s expecting both someone to fix a drip on her a faucet and her singing teacher. Laughter starts when plumbers are singing instead of working! $5.00 _________________________ New! 5 minute comedy Ann and Mary try to stop the wedding between their mother and Mr. Schlelpenheimer. To advance their plan, they invite him to their house and tell him about Daisy, their Mom's lovely dog, who eats at the table, even in restaurants, watches cartoons on TV, and more! $5.00 _________________________ PREJUDICE MEETS ITS WATERLOO 1 male, 4 females Retired mortician, Adolph Schlepenheimer, has to see the doctor only to be confronted by some ‘new fangled’ personnel. Light, lively, strong characters. Lots of fun! $5.00 _________________________ THE WRONG CAPTIVE 2 males, 3 females Widowed sisters, Dora and Delia, have a terrible problem with a skunk. It’s a situation that only their ranch hands, Clem and Charlie Bumpstead can fix. $5.00 _________________________ STRANGE UFO 1 male, 4 women Attorney Dings and the whole office struggle with a strong wind that blows Sam Pott’s pants onto the flagpole. Offbeat and funny. $5.00 _________________________ THE BUG HUNTER 2 males, 3 women Inspectors from the State Board of Health are looking for bugs, supposedly. Instead the crafty sisters, Millie and Maggie, catch the fellows for what they really are, common crooks. $5.00 _________________________
Contains 34 skits for 27 different special days and seasons throughout the year. Written in large print, great for holiday celebrations of any kind. $16.95 _________________________
Contains 20 short plays with 1-4 characters in each skit, requires no props or costumes. Written in large print, includes spoof of “Dragnet”, a cowboy adventure, a zany game show, a visit to an unhelpful doctor, more. They are easy to stage and lots of fun! Includes the very popular short sketch, “Oh Doctor!” Photo is of “Oh Doctor!” performed by Philly Senior Stage $13.95
Buy both Humorous and Holiday for only $29.95
Photo of Oh Doctor! performed by Philly Senior Stage from the “Humorous Plays” collection _________________________
By Lynne Martin Erickson and Jim Leide Have fun with these 45 short skits in large print, all designed to prompt memories, discussion and fun. You’ll find scripts for each actor and director as well as production notes for the scenery, props, and presentation techniques. They are short, humorous, perfect for those who really will do almost anything for a laugh! Easy-to-use in a three-ring binder. $29.95 _________________________
Robert’s first book brings us short plays have been very popular with retirement communities, drama clubs and senior centers. The plays are short and lively, all with Robert’s trademark style. Winner of a National Mature Media Award. $24.95 _________________________
Robert’s new book brings more short pieces. They’re just as popular as his prior books. Try them on for size! $24.95 _________________________
Bring seniors on stage with these humorous and thought-provoking sketches for use in drama ministry. They work well in performance, as an activity at weekly meetings, or for eye-opening presentations on issues of aging. Some intergenerational sketches included. All promote empathy, understanding, and unity. Most are 5 to 10 minutes in length. Non-royalty. "Blanton's well-written [sketches] are filled with humor and will be useable in any senior acting group."--Stage Directions $18.99 |
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Olga Sanderson is an 90-year old playwright who has spent 17 years writing plays. And she’s blind. Her group performed so much, they needed a steady stream of plays. Olga met the challenge and became the resident playwright. Here are some of her short plays. 
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