Readers Theatre is a fantastic way to encourage actors who are worried about memorizing lines to take part in drama. Actors, seated and reading from the script, bring the characters and story to life. While most of our plays are suitable for Readers Theatre, these are some of our favorites for this format.

  • Jugs

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    10 minute comedy

    Feisty Lucille is applying for a job at Jugs Restaurant, ready to compete with younger women. This super strong sassy character is one you'll want to play.
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  • A Collie for Christmas

    $5.00$35.00

    4 women, 1 either

    30 minute play

    Julie is determined to get a dog and when she does, it has troubles that only the veterinarian can cure. It's a heartwarming holiday tale!
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  • Not Kate or Leo

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    10 minute drama

    Isidor and Ida Straus lost their lives prematurely on the deck of The Titanic, but their love, arguments, and an additional consolation survive the wave.
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  • Molly Brown! She was Unsi…

    $5.00$35.00

    cast of 9

    10-15 minutes

    Full of spirit, this is Molly Brown's tale of rags to riches and her courage when the Titanic was sinking. Royalty free!
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  • The Naked Man on the Couch

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 3 women

    20 minute comedy

    Leaving for a holiday weekend three roommates find a mysterious man sleeping on the couch. Will they get to Vegas?
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  • Backfire

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    10 minute

    Is the morning-after their high school reunion the fulfillment of a life-long dream or a case of mistaken identity?
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  • Readers Theatre: Legendar…

    $24.95

    Casts from few to 12, both men and women

    Five 12-15 minute plays

    For ten years Marilyn has toured these shows throughout her community. The actors love them, the audiences love them. She combines rich history with solid theatre.
  • Age on Stage®: Comedies …

    $24.95

    cast varies 2-6

    10, 10 minute plays

    Best Seller! This collection of ten 10-minute comedies is a laugh fest all the way. Sparked with funny characters and humorous situations, lively dialogue, and just the right touch of charming goofiness.
  • Action and Reaction

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    10 minutes

    After witnessing a crime, a husband and wife react differently and suddenly their lives are turned upside down.
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  • Readers Theatre Karaoke®…

    $19.95$24.95

    3 men, 6 women

    15 minute melodrama

    In the 1870's, as Daisy Fontaine's wedding approaches, she gets news that her  brother has lost his wife to the fever. Features the good guys and bad guys that make Westerns fun!  
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  • Age on Stage®: Comedies …

    $24.95

    cast varies 2-7

    10, 10 minute plays

    Best Seller! Volume II of the very popular Age on Stage®: Comedies for Readers Theatre with strong characters, fun plots, with the same charming goofiness!
  • New Plays for Mature Actors

    $24.95

    cast varies 2-8

    run times 7-90 minutes

    This ever-popular collection of ten plays brings you up-to-date characters in current situations with plenty of females roles. Useful for amateur to professionals. A classic Senior Theatre book!
  • ‘Twas the Night

    $3.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    5 minute comedy

    The tree is a mess and now all is wrecked, but thanks to his strategy, their Noel is perfect.
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  • The Harvey Girls: They Ta…

    $5.00$35.00

    3 men, 3 women, 4 either

    15 minute play

    In the Old West when your train stopped at the depot, you ate in Fred Harvey's restaurants famous for good food, friendly service, and the famous Harvey Girls.
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  • Waiting for 7

    $5.00$35.00

    2 women

    10 minute comedy

    Mary finds Ethel’s marital history to be nothing short of astonishing, including a surprising trend about her many husbands. Very funny!
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