• Introduction to Readers T…

    $19.95

    A complete guide to

    bring Readers Theatre to life

    This complete guide makes readers theatre come alive! Learn how to use Readers Theatre in class or on stage with poetry, stories, and plays in simple theatrical staging.
  • At the Border

    $5.00$35.00

    3 men, 3 women, 3 either

    25 minute comedy

    The Pettiburg Town Hall spans the Canadian-US border and has two mayors in an ongoing feud. International relations are rarely this hilarious.
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  • The Great Escape

    $3.00$35.00

    5 either

    6 minute sketch

    Don’t judge these three little ‘ole seniors by their bathrobes. There’s more to their story than meets the eye.  
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  • Mistranslations

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    10 minute comedy

    A magical device helps a couple communicate better, but is better communication what they really want?
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  • Acting in Television Comm…

    $15.00$20.00

    Make a little money

    and have a lot of fun

    Find out how bright, charming, and friendly older actors are working in television commercials, films, radio, and print.  
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  • Miss Ida’s Man-in-t…

    $7.50$45.00

    1 woman

    45 minutes

    It’s July, 1969 and Miss Ida Lemmie is on a mission! Her yard sale is an excuse to tell her glamorous and vivid tale of survival.
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  • At Half Time

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 5 women

    20 minute comedy

    The Over 60 Women's Park Basketball league has had a terrible first half. They're losing to Little Sisters of Mercy, and the Coach is beside himself!
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  • The Pie Ladies

    $5.00$35.00

    6 women, 3 either

    25 minute comedy

    The Pie Ladies pick up their rolling pins to make dozens of pies, and their own country. The first in The Pie Ladies Series
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  • Standing Tall

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    10 minute comedy

    Seeking to spark their love life, a married couple tries a new idea. With startling results.
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  • The Challenge of Bureaucracy

    $3.00$20.00 Sale!

    cast of 5

    7 minute comedy

    In search of her missing Social Security check, Finney navigates her way through one hilarious "helper" to another only to find red tape and an (in)definite answer. Short, easy, and never-fail!
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  • The Robbin’ Hoods

    $7.50$35.00

    1 man, 6 women

    35 minute comedy

    Al and Mabel Hood are broke and desperate. What else could they do but rob the rich?
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  • Lost Things

    $3.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    7 minute comedy

    A hilarious take on something we've all done--misplace a cell phone while finding other goodies.
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  • Mernie’s Little Hoax

    $7.50$65.00

    6 women, 4 either

    70 minutes

    Millionaire Mernie Mayhem's strategy for testing her friends' loyalty misfires in this zany comedy.
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  • You Want What?

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    11 minute comedy

    A wife looking to upset her ex-husband yet she goes to him for advice. The result is more preposterous with every twist and turn!
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  • Do You Believe in Magick?

    $5.00$35.00 Sale!

    3 women

    12 minute comedy

    Double bubble, a love potion is twice the trouble with expired ingredients and not-helpful sisters.
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  • Lost and Found

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    7 minute comedy

    Fred and Jeanne are ready to leave for an evening with friends when they discover they've lost their keys, yet again.  
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  • Carol Burnett Sketch Coll…

    $26.95

    cast up to 6

    5 sketches, 3-5 minutes each

    Carol Burnett, one of the most brilliant comediennes, presents five comedy sketches. No Royalty!
  • Telling the Stories of Li…

    $20.95

    Develop scripts

    from life stories

    By James E. Birren and Kathryn N. Cochran A great guide for creating theatre based on life stories. Learn from expert, James Birren, who for 25 years conducted autobiography groups.
  • Read a Play on Friday …

    $40.00

    Read a Play on Friday!

    A class with Bonnie

    Read a Play Friday, January 26! "You Sir, Don't Deserve This Sandwich" by Martin R. Collin.
  • Opus 88

    $7.50$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman, 1 either

    20 minute comedy

    Shuffleboard at a rehab center sparks a romance. Included in Old Folks Rock: A Celebration of Vitality
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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!
  • Evacuation

    $5.00$35.00

    2 men, 1 woman

    14 minute comedy

    The divorced parents and their son are driving to escape the hurricane and the past, only to discover that there's still a lot there to love!  
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  • Griddle Cakes

    $5.00$35.00 Sale!

    2 women

    10 minute comedy

    Two aging sisters debate the merits of answering the telephone, global warming, and attending the annual wildflower walk.
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  • Finding Me

    $3.00$35.00

    1 woman, 1 voice over

    7 minute comedy

    After 51 years of marriage, Edna travels to Indonesia to see coral reefs, jungles and tigers and comes home with an important souvenir - herself.
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  • Alienation of Affection

    $5.00$35.00

    cast of 11

    30 minute play

    A 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?  
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  • Compos Mentis (of sound mind)

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 2 women

    10 minute comedy

    When Robert and Alese Langford interview for a coveted spot at an elite retirement community, everyone--including the audience--is in for surprises!
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  • Angel in Disguise (or how…

    $5.00$35.00 Sale!

    1 man, 1 woman

    10 minute comedy

    What's a woman to do if she can’t get her husband to dress up like an angel for a costume party? Susan's strategic communication plan will have everyone laughing!
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  • Tina Latigo Rides to the …

    $7.50$45.00

    1-4 man, 12-15 women

    45 minute comedy

    The Old West comes to life as Tina Latigo and her French sidekick, Lisette, work to bring justice to women everywhere. An interactive show--so much fun!
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  • Canine Contact

    $3.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    7 minute comedy

    George and Gracie briefly share the challenges of getting older. Through a happy exchange of ideas, they emerge hopeful about the future.
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  • Carol Burnett Sketch Coll…

    $26.95

    cast up to 6

    4 sketches, 3-5 minutes each

    Carol Burnett, one of the most brilliant comediennes, includes one movie parody and three comedy/variety sketches. No Royalty!
  • Jus’ Tus

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    10 minute murder mystery

    Mystery surrounds the death of Nell's husband and Sheriff Wally is suspicious. Nell has some doubts of her own.
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  • Engage! 28 Creative Enric…

    $29.95

    Easy to use

    thematic lesson plans

    If you want to stimulate older persons’ minds and imaginations, this gem of a book is for you. Create sessions that are filled with creativity, exploration, and fun.
  • Never Wear a Dead ManR…

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 2 women

    15 minute comedy

    Sometimes it may be wise to listen to superstitions--when an Aunt offers you her late husband's shoes, run!

     
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  • The Midnight Rider

    $7.50$35.00

    Flexible cast of 16

    35 minute comedy

    The Midnight Rider is headed your way. Quick! Turn on the 'radio' to experience this delightful Christmas Eve comedy.
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  • Close Call

    $15.00

    2 women 2 men

    10 minute comedy

    Charlie and Clem like their two widow neighbors, but how can they propose to them?
  • Hoppy Holidays

    $5.00$35.00

    3 men, 3 women, one off-stage voice

    13 minute Christmas comedy

    A ho-hum holiday party gets interesting when what to their wondering eyes should appear...
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  • Forget Me Not

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 2 women

    10 minute comedy

    Vernon is a good husband but sometimes his wife Merle could just wring his neck especially when uptight church lady Maevelyn comes to call.
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  • The Great GG Gang

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    10 minute comedy

    Two older people can solve their financial and loneliness problems if only they are brave enough to use a little 'creativity.'
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  • The Fairy Ring

    $5.00$35.00

    3 either

    10 minute fantasy

    Deep in the forest an old leaf encourages a caterpillar go on the next adventure. But the caterpillar is afraid and won't leave the fairy ring until he's nudged out. Fun and touching.
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  • Metaphorical Shoes

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 2 women

    10 minute comedy

    After 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.
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  • Up and Down

    $5.00$35.00

    1 man, 1 woman

    10 minute comedy

    What happens when two people get trapped in an elevator? Find out in this delightful comedy about anxiety, anger, and connecting. Fun and very easy to stage!
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  • It’s Hell Gettin…

    $3.00$35.00

    3 men

    7-8 minute comedy

    Three old codgers sit in the park and soak up the sun while they reminiscence about the past and their youth. Hilarious sketch, very popular in variety shows.  
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  • Romance Senior Style: The…

    $7.50$65.00

    Flexible casting

    65 minutes

    Two comedies, set on the deck of a cruise ship, poking fun at senior-style romance. Hilarious!
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  • Reminiscence Theatre: Mak…

    $39.95

    Practical advice for

    drawing out oral histories

    Pam Schweitzer Reminiscence Theatre is a comprehensive guide to the nature, practice and therapeutic effects of reminiscence theatre. Based one examples from a range of real-life case studies.
  • Senior Readers Theatre Ma…

    $15.00$20.00

    A successful format

    great for older performers

    With 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.
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