Agatha Rex
adapted by Lindsay Price from Antigone by Sophocles
A modern adaptation of Sophocles' Antigone set in a high school.
Two Acts, 9M+10W, Simple Set, 72 pages
Lindsay Price is the resident playwright for Theatrefolk and writes excusively for schools and student performers. She has been a professional playwright for twenty years and written over 60 plays.
Her plays regularly advance in festivals across Canada and the US: SHUDDERSOME: TALES OF POE, STROKE STATIC, and FLAKY LIPS have advanced to the Provincial Showcase Level of the Sears Drama Festival. AMONG FRIENDS AND CLUTTER won the best play award at the SETC High School Theatre Festival. DRUM TAPS was recently performed at the International Thespian Festival.
Lindsay is an established workshop leader and dramaturg. She acted as dramaturg for the 2014 International Thespian Festival Playworks Program as well as the Collingwood Gaslight Theatre Project. She recently taught at the International Thespian Festival and Theatre Ontario. Upcoming she will teach playwriting workshops at the North Carolina Theatre Arts Educators Conference, the Florida Association of Theatre Educators Conference, the Arizona and Alabama State Thespians Festivals.
Lindsay is a member of the Educational Theatre Association, Playwrights Guild of Canada and the Dramatists Guild of America. She is also an invited member of the Theatre Ontario Talent Bank in Creative Writing, Play Polishing and Adjudication.
adapted by Lindsay Price from Antigone by Sophocles
A modern adaptation of Sophocles' Antigone set in a high school.
Two Acts, 9M+10W, Simple Set, 72 pages
adapted by Lindsay Price from Lewis Carroll
An adaptation of Lewis Carroll's classic book. Practical solutions to all special effects. A magical trip to Wonderland!
45 Minutes, 2M+3W+8 Either, Plus Ensemble, Simple Set, 27 pages
by Lindsay Price
This character driven piece explores the most important relationships in life: friends, family, and love.
60 Minutes, 3M+4W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 43 pages
book & lyrics by Lindsay Price, music by Kristin Gauthier
The Twelve Days of Christmas go on strike. Will the holidays be the same? A one act romp with music.
45 Minutes, 3M+5W+12 Either, Simple Set, 60 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2W, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
A production prepares for opening night. Everything starts out normally, until a rumour spreads that there is an agent in the audience. Anarchy ensues!
45 Minutes, 5M+5W, Simple Set, 31 pages
by Lindsay Price
In this world writing is a struggle, a battle, a war. Backspace explores personification and characterization like no other play.
30 Minutes, 2M+6W+15 Either, Simple set, 38 pages
by Lindsay Price
Catherine is a beauty queen. Cosette is a homeschooled spelling bee champion. Two sisters could not be farther apart. When their worlds collide, sparks fly.
38 Minutes, 2M+6W+9 Either, Simple Set, 42 pages
by Lindsay Price
This vignette play explores the beats, pauses, and neverending silences in conversation. An excellent class project with parts for everyone.
30 Minutes, 4M+4W+4 Either, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 29 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2 Either, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 3 Either, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
Madeline has body issues. So much so that her different body parts are coming to life and talking back. But Madeline is tired of feeling bad about her body.
60 Minutes, 2M+4W, Simple Set, 54 pages
by Lindsay Price
Madeline has body issues. So much so that different body parts are coming to life and talking back. A shorter version of this body image play.
30 Minutes, 2M+4W, Simple Set, 54 pages
by Lindsay Price
Jake finds a suicide note in his mailbox. Is it real? Is it a joke? Jake is determined to find out but instead learns a secret he didn't want to know.
45 Minutes, 4M+5W+2 Either, Simple Set, 34 pages
adapted by Lindsay Price from Chaucer
Chaucer's classic collection of tales comes to life in a lively adaptation. Great characters, lots of humour, strong ensemble work. Text uses modern English.
Two Acts, 4M+4W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 69 pages
by Lindsay Price
The Bleep Bleep Girls know how teenagers are supposed to behave and how to deal with those who don't. An absurd look at censorship and independent thought.
35 Minutes, 1M+5W+5 Either, plus optional extras, Simple Set, 36 pages
by Lindsay Price
A group of teenagers grapple with unanswered questions as they try to understand why someone who has it all would kill themselves. Powerful monologues.
30 Minutes, 1M+1W+13 Either, Simple Set, 34 pages
by Lindsay Price
It's Cinderella's first Christmas in the castle. But her step-sisters have a dastardly plan to ruin the holidays.
45 Minutes, 3M+7W, Simple Set, 35 pages
by Lindsay Price
The Greek Geek Circus has come to town with a ton of myths to share. A gleeful celebration with a large cast expansion, parts for all and a choice of length.
Two Acts, 6M+9W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 63 pages
by Lindsay Price
Cobweb dreams of a different life, away from Titania's train.
Two Acts, 2M+17W+7 Either, Unit Set, 86 pages
by Lindsay Price
Cobweb dreams of a different life, away from Titania's train.
35 Minutes, 2M+12W+5 Either, Unit set, 42 pages
edited by Lindsay Price
A collection of monologues for both guys and girls perfect for auditions, competitions, and class work. All monologues come from published Theatrefolk plays.
19M+21W, 89 pages
edited by Lindsay Price
A second collection of monologues perfect for auditions, competitions and classwork. All monologues from published Theatrefolk plays.
18M+22W, 108 pages
edited by Lindsay Price
A collection of two-person scenes perfect for competition and classwork. All scenes from published Theatrefolk plays.
5 for 2M, 9 for 2W, and 8 for 1M 1W., 107 pages
by Lindsay Price
A Christmas collection like no other. Six short plays, all inspired by Christmas carols and can be performed as a full-length or individually.
Two Acts, Various Casting Requirements, Simple Set, 47 pages
adapted by Lindsay Price from Walt Whitman
A theatrical adaptation of a selection of Walt Whitman's civil war poems. See the words, the war, the blood come to life.
35 Minutes, Simple Set, 66 pages
adapted by Lindsay Price from Walt Whitman
35 Minutes, 2M+3W, Simple Set
adapted by Lindsay Price from Walt Whitman
35 Minutes, 6M+14W, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
25 Minutes, 4M+11W, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
A collection of 20 Emergency Lesson Plans, perfect for enhancing your drama toolbox or to leave with a substitute teacher.
by Lindsay Price
Seven strangers meet in a train station. Instead of luggage, they all carry their "emotional baggage." The most unique play we well - it has no dialogue.
30 Minutes, 4M+4W, Simple Set, 27 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2W, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
Two girls live in two communities that have been separated by a wall for a hundred years.
45 Minutes, 2W, Simple Set, 30 pages
by Lindsay Price
An emotional tug of war between a sister and brother and what really happens in the world of teenage marijuana use. A vivid personification of drugs.
40 Minutes, 3M+5W+7 Either, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
A hilarious full length modern take on the clash between school cliques. Inspired by Romeo and Juliet.
Two Acts, 3M+7W, Simple Set, 76 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2M+2W, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 4W, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
A free picnic forces a struggling town to reconcile their belief systems with their greed.
45 Minutes, 4M+7W+1 Either, Simple Set, 40 pages
by Lindsay Price
A free picnic forces a struggling town to reconcile their belief systems with their greed. More parts for girls in Version 2.
45 Minutes, 3M+9W, Simple Set, 40 pages
by Lindsay Price
25 Minutes, 3M+4W, Unit Set
by Lindsay Price
This middle school play looks at the bullied, the bully, and the bystander through mostly non-verbal vignettes.
30 Minutes, 4M+16 Either, Simple Set, 33 pages
by Lindsay Price inspired by O. Henry
A teen transforms from shallow and selfish to giving and selfless. How did it happen? A wonderful holiday play inspired by The Gift of the Magi.
Two Acts, 4M+12W+5 Either, Simple set, 96 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 1M+1W, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
A light vignette play about our obsession with hair. Flexible casting.
25 Minutes, 3M+5W, Expandable to 14M+27W, Simple Set, 27 pages
cutting and notes by Lindsay Price from the original by Shakespeare
A one act annotated version of Shakespeare's tragic tale of murder, ghosts and revenge.
60 Minutes, 15M+9W, Doubling possible, Simple Set, 47 pages
by Lindsay Price
Why aren't middle school students full of smiles, hugs and hi-fives? They’re too young to have problems.
35 Minutes, 6M+9W+13 Either, Simple Set, 43 pages
by Lindsay Price
This middle school vignette play examines self-image and appearance.
35 Minutes, 4M+7W, Expandable to 18W 13M, Simple Set, 38 pages
adapted by Lindsay Price from Charles Dickens
A modern take on the classic Dickens tale. Eddie Scrooge is a 17-year-old Bah Humbug of a guy. Till one Christmas Eve when three ghosts change his life.
Two Acts, 6M+13W, Expandable to 11M 20W, Simple Set, 63 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2M, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
Jane is a jealous girl. So much so it's turned into a life-sized monster that follows her everywhere. What happens when Jealousy takes over your life?
45 Minutes, 2M+2W+1 Either, Simple Set, 35 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2W+-1 Either, Simple Set
adapted by Lindsay Price from Washington Irving
What will happen when Icabod Crane comes face to face with the headless horseman? An adaptation of the Washington Irving story.
30 Minutes, 5M+7W, Plus Ensemble, Simple Set., 31 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 1M+2W, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
In the future teenagers are obedient and polite. But this behaviour comes at a price. A thought-provoking harrowing tale.
25 Minutes, 2M+3W+2 Either, Simple Set, 23 pages
cutting and notes by Lindsay Price from the original by Shakespeare
A one act annotated version of Shakespeare's tale of ambition and murder
60 Minutes, 16M+6W, Doubling possible, Interior and Exterior, 33 pages
by Lindsay Price
A group of lively travelling players take you on a spirited adventure through Christmas past and present. Flexible casting, and audience participation.
30 Minutes, 3M+3W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 23 pages
edited by Lindsay Price
A collection of middle school monologues for girls. All monologues from published Theatrefolk plays
23W, 55 pages
edited by Lindsay Price
A collection of middle school monologues for boys. All monologues from published Theatrefolk plays
20M, 55 pages
edited by Lindsay Price
A collection of middle school scenes for duets and groups. All scenes from published Theatrefolk plays
111 pages
cutting and notes by Lindsay Price from the original by Shakespeare
A one act annotated version of Shakespeare's magical tale of mischievous fairies, and love potions.
60 Minutes, 6M+8W+7 Either, Interior and Exterior, 40 pages
by Lindsay Price
The transition from middle school to high school can be filed with problems. Monster problems.
40 Minutes, 9M+13W+2 Either, Simple set, 40 pages
by Lindsay Price
A girl moves too fast. A boy is still the same after a heartwrenching moment. Moving/Still looks at those who want to grow up and those who don't.
Simple Set, 41 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 1W+1 Either, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
What if Much Ado About Nothing took place at a high school dance? An enjoyable introduction to Shakespeare with lightning-fast pace and snappy dialogue.
30 Minutes, 5M+6W, Simple Set, 28 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 1W+1 Either, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
A vignette play about teen life – backwards, forwards and inside-out. Told through a variety of forms: kitchen sink, absurd, movement and song.
35 Minutes, 4M+6W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 40 pages
by Lindsay Price
For the young men of Heywood, crossing the street is as dangerous as going off to war. A highly stylized drama.
25 Minutes, 3M+7W, Simple Set, 23 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2 Either, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
A vignette play that embraces the odd. Odd jobs, odd socks, odd one out, odd reactions and odd boyfriends.
35 Minutes, 3M+5W, Expandable to 18W+8M, Simple Set, 38 pages
by Lindsay Price
The realities and the stereotypes of school violence. Not just the school shooting, but harassment and bullying. Violence is about power. So is high school.
55 Minutes, 2M+3W, Simple Set, 38 pages
by Lindsay Price
A pregnancy project turns real when Lucy's test turns pink. No statistics. No preaching. Just well-drawn characters and an engaging story.
60 Minutes, 5M+15W, Simple Set, 47 pages
by Lindsay Price
Four teenagers struggle with pressures. The Refugee, the newbie, the perfectionist and the less than perfect. Everything comes to a head the week before prom.
45 Minutes, 5M+11W, Plus Ensemble, Simple Set, 35 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2W, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
Christmas is doomed! Santa's reindeer are missing their antlers. Without them they can't fly straight. Joe Mufferaw must save the day! Great audience participation.
30 Minutes, 2M+2W+6 Either, Simple Set, 23 pages
cutting and notes by Lindsay Price from the original by Shakespeare
A one act annotated version of Shakespeare's tragic tale of star-crossed lovers.
60 Minutes, 16M+4W, Doubling possible, Interior and Exterior, 39 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2W, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2 Either, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
A collection of photo-based writing prompts to kickstart playwriting in the classroom. Each prompt comes with exercises to energize students at any level.
edited by Lindsay Price
A collection of annotated Shakespearean scenes for student actors.
7 for 2M, 7 for 2W, 13 for 1M 1W, 11 for groups., 127 pages
by Lindsay Price
Middle school is the tricky tightrope between being a kid and being a teenager. The characters try to keep their balance on the first day of middle school.
30 Minutes, 13 Either, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 28 pages
book & lyrics by Lindsay Price, music by Kristin Gauthier
Four teens just can't express themselves. What happens when you don't shout? An a cappella musical created especially for high school performers. You can sing this!
Two Acts, 7M+14W, Plus Vocal Orchestra (Minimum of 9 is suggested), Simple Set, 74 pages
book & lyrics by Lindsay Price, music by Kristin Gauthier
A one act version of our wonderful and accessable a cappela musical
35 Minutes, 2M+7W, Plus Vocal Orchestra (Minimum of 9 is suggested), Simple Set, 25 pages
adapted by Lindsay Price from Edgar Allen Poe
A vivid and theatrical adaptation of some of Poe's best known works. Multi length versions to fit every performance need.
45 Minutes, 4M+5W+25 Either, Doubling Possible, Simple Set, 51 pages
by Lindsay Price
Your first car. Getting your license, Getting pulled over. The relationship between teen and car makes a great backdrop for this vignette play.
30 Minutes, 3M+5W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 24 pages
by Lindsay Price
The cross country road trip is the focus of this vignette play. Great for a classroom project or for competition. Short scenes with interesting characters.
40 Minutes, 2M+5W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 35 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 4W, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
A character driven tobaggan ride through every experience you've ever had with snow. Wish for a snow day, make a snow angel, catch the first snowflake.
30 Minutes, 4M+8W, Expandable to 7M 13W, Simple Set
edited by Lindsay Price
A collection of annotated Shakespearean monologues for student actors.
17M+18W, 73 pages
by Lindsay Price
Senior students in a small town face a dilemma. Do they stay close to home, or do they run far away? A heartwarming and heartbreaking story.
Two Acts, 3M+13W, Expandable to 5M+15W+7 Either, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
The heartbreaking look at dementia from the inside. The struggle between real and fantasy. Past and present. An award-winning theatrical experience.
30 Minutes, 2M+3W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 28 pages
by Lindsay Price
Connect and commiserate with these characters who can't help but do stupid things. An amazing ensemble opportunity.
30 Minutes, 3M+7W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 34 pages
by Lindsay Price
In the future the issue of poverty is solved through separation and subserviance. A teen causes trouble simply because she wants to better herself.
35 Minutes, 1M+3W+1 Either, Simple Set, 34 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2M+4W, Simple Set
cutting and notes by Lindsay Price from the original by Shakespeare
A one act annotated version of Shakespeare's controversial tale about the relationships between men and women.
60 Minutes, 5M+3W+9 Either, Interior and Exterior, 38 pages
by Lindsay Price
Ten plays for two actors. The plays can be performed individually or all together for a full evening of theatre. Excellent for the classroom or competition.
2M+5W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 81 pages
by Lindsay Price
A collection of short plays with interesting, engaging, vivid parts for girls.
10 Minutes, Simple Set, 60 pages
by Lindsay Price
A collection of short plays with challenging stories and complex characters.
10 Minutes, Simple Set, 64 pages
by Lindsay Price
A collection of short plays that examines the relationships between girls and guys.
10 Minutes, Simple Set, 65 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2 Either, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
A collection of ten minute plays
Simple Set, 55 pages
by Lindsay Price
A vignette play about communication. Great for classwork.
20 Minutes, 2M+2W, Expandable to 33, Simple Set, 20 pages
adapted by Lindsay Price from Lewis Carroll
Alice is back in Wonderland and looking to become Queen. This adaptation is a fantastical physical journey for both actor and audience.
35 Minutes, 3M+3W+7 Either, + Wonderland Ensemble, Simple Set, 38 pages
by Lindsay Price
A vignette play that looks at 21st century communication. Blog your innermost thoughts. Break up by text. Express your deepest emotions through LOL's and smilies.
30 Minutes, 2M+3W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 27 pages
by Lindsay Price
The teenagers in Tick Talk have much to say, but no way to say it. Characters are limited to only ONE WORD for the whole play. A great challenge for actors.
25 Minutes, 2M+6W+5 Either, Simple Set, 31 pages
by Lindsay Price
10 Minutes, 2 Either, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
25 Minutes, 3M+8W+7 Either, Simple Set
by Lindsay Price
The tragedy of a young boy's death is examined. Written in the Ladder play format the text runs in vertical columns for fuller choral work.
40 Minutes, 1M+2W+1 Either, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 40 pages
by Lindsay Price
A vignette play all about waiting. Great scenes, great characters, flexible casting, easy staging
20 Minutes, 2M+4W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 22 pages
by Lindsay Price
A middle school vignette play about waiting. Great scenes, great characters, flexible casting, easy to stage.
20 Minutes, 2M+4W, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 22 pages
by Lindsay Price
A moving interpretation of the classic carol Good King Wenceslas. With music, song, a touching message and great roles for actors of all levels.
45 Minutes, 2M+5W+11 Either, Easily Expandable, Simple Set, 30 pages
by Lindsay Price
A step by step guide to writing a play with your class. Tips, tools and exercises to engage students at all levels regardless of natural writing ability.
