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.
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The Quibbles Radio Shows
$7.50 – $50.00The Quibbles Radio Shows is a collection of 10 comedy sketches, reminiscent of old time radio shows, featuring a delightfully quarrelsome couple in skirmishes of everyday life! -
Backfire
$5.00 – $35.00Is the morning-after their high school reunion the fulfillment of a life-long dream or a case of mistaken identity? -
Compos Mentis (of sound mind)
$5.00 – $35.00When Robert and Alese Langford interview for a coveted spot at an elite retirement community, everyone--including the audience--is in for surprises! -
Readers Theatre Karaoke®…
$19.95 – $24.95In 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! -
The Refrigerator
$5.00 – $35.00Phil's old rusty refrigerator breaks, his daughter Dorothy persuades him to look for a new one. His surprising decision is funny, endearing, and sweet! -
A Good One
$5.00 – $35.00Is this how to put your best foot forward when you meet someone for the first time? Fast and witty show, then sweet and touching. Lovely! -
Age on Stage®: Comedies …
$24.95Best Seller! Volume II of the very popular Age on Stage®: Comedies for Readers Theatre with strong characters, fun plots, with the same charming goofiness! -
‘Twas the Night
$3.00 – $35.00The tree is a mess and now all is wrecked, but thanks to his strategy, their Noel is perfect. -
Secret Family Recipes
$5.00 – $35.00Asking a sister for the family heirloom is extra tricky when she's left this world. -
Matzo Balls
$5.00 – $35.00The matzo balls have gone missing from Sunny Acres Retirement Home and Holmes and Watson are on the case--Shirley Holmes and Dottie Watson, that is! A great comedy! -
Jugs
$5.00 – $35.00Feisty 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. -
Metaphorical Shoes
$5.00 – $35.00After spending most of her life raising children and wearing sensible shoes, Doris finds her inner goddess in a pair of stylish, trendy shoes. Husband Don is not convinced. -
Griddle Cakes
$5.00 – $35.00 Sale!Two aging sisters debate the merits of answering the telephone, global warming, and attending the annual wildflower walk. -
Alienation of Affection
$5.00 – $35.00A very fun courtroom situation about a cat, arguing neighbors, a wacky bailiff, and a secret romance between the judge and a lawyer. Can it be actually true? -
Senior Readers Theatre Ma…
$15.00 – $20.00With this concise guide, chock-full of simple techniques and practical advice, you're well on your way to bring this awarding and dynamic form of theatre to older actors.