These shows all relate to the theme of crime.
Lawbreakers!
Each one of these plays has a at least one character with a secret (or not so secret) naughty streak. From the traffic violator who turns getting a speeding ticket into a hilarious comedy, to bungled burglaries and even a few murders, these plays help us to consider the broader context in which criminal acts occur.
Create a production using one or several of these plays. Breaking the law has never been so entertaining!
A missing flower bed sends five women in a quiet community spiraling into suspicions, symbolism, and comic accusations as they try to solve the mystery of who stole the pansies—and why.
When a tax-season murder shakes up an accounting office, secrets unravel, identities twist, and the detective discovers that balancing the books isn’t the only mystery to solve.
A trio of women jewel thieves come out of retirement when they learn they have one more chance to steal The Autumn Diamond - the one that got away.
Ahoy mateys! This team o' pirates be not like typical porch pirates! They're on contract to prevent the accumulation of too much stuff.
An older woman seeking psychic reassurance about marriage is confronted by the ghostly ex‑wives of her fiancé, and discovers that his “bad luck” may not be accidental after all.
Four women, looking for a weekend of peace and quiet, find themselves in an isolated cabin with an unwelcome, dangerous stranger. The ladies give him a dose of vigilante justice with hilarious results.
Three retirees search for new ways to bring excitement into their lives. But just how far are they willing to go?
The Winslows are being targeted by the neighbors despite their generosity as community philanthropists. But maybe, just maybe, the Winslows are actually to be feared themselves?
When two fabulously rich cruise-loving women catch burglars in their high-tech home, they turn the break-in into a social media revenge plot—complete with piña coladas, diamond bribes, and a whole lot of sass.
Three older folk respond to a late-night robber with poetry not cops. Included in "Old Folks Rock: A Celebration of Vitality."
Millionaire Mernie Mayhem's strategy for testing her friends' loyalty misfires in this zany comedy.
After witnessing a crime, a husband and wife react differently and suddenly their lives are turned upside down.
A cast of unsavory relatives, a corrupt lawyer, a sexy maid, and a devious butler keep the audience in suspense as the characters compete for deceased Mr. Thornburg's wealth.
One woman’s generous holiday invitation brings a parade of unforgettable guests—and a celebration that veers wildly off plan.
Who could have shot Fred at the Moon Over Poughkeepsie Hotel? This hilarious 1940s-style whodunit takes place in a residential hotel catering to seniors. Sure to keep audiences guessing!
Two older people can solve their financial and loneliness problems if only they are brave enough to use a little 'creativity.'
A routine traffic stop turns into a master class in misdirection when a cheerful older woman talks a police officer straight out of his own ticket book.
Bring out your tacky Christmas ornaments and don your worst holiday sweaters...then watch out for the Christmas Police!
Blanche, an energetic retired teacher is having a blast starring in a community theatre comedy when the FBI needs her to outsmart a tough criminal and dim-witted assistant!
The Pie Ladies make bail, but now they owe a lot of money. The second in The Pie Ladies Series.
Wry-witted, with rapid fire screwball comedy dialogue. Agnes tries to finish her taxes but finds that there's more to life than investments and paperwork.
There's been a robbery at the Senior Center just before the holiday celebration. With runaways and a problem administrator, will they be able to celebrate the holidays?
Shirley, a cashier, has seen everything, but never expected Charlie, her retired friend and regular customer, to attempt robbery!
Mystery surrounds the death of Nell's husband and Sheriff Wally is suspicious. Nell has some doubts of her own.