Happy International Women’s Day!
March 8th is International Women’s Day – and what better time to highlight some amazing women within the Theatrefolk community. Join us in celebrating these phenomenal playwrights and authors and their incredible contributions to the world of student theatre. Plus, keep reading to see our Top 10 Plays for Female Casts at the end of the post!
- Baalzebub (and One Act Version)
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Hamlette
by Allison Williams
Hamlet is played by a girl in this twisty-turny comedic interpretation of the classic Danish tale.
Mmmbeth
by Allison Williams
An hilarious gender-bending take on the Scottish play! Updated Version.
Carrying the Calf
by Shirley Barrie Canadian Author
A teenager fed-up with being bullied drags her reluctant friend to a self-defence class.
Puzzle Pieces
by Krista Boehnert Canadian Author
An exploration of teen issues through a series of monologues. The characters speak frankly about their fears, their futures, and their day to day life.
The Plucky Pie Murder
by Dara Murphy Canadian Author
The star quarterback has been charged with murdering the mascot and a farce of a trial ensues. The audience plays the jury in this black comedy.
Hansel and Gretel
by Shirley Barrie Canadian Author
An inventive re-telling of the Grimms' fairy tale. Puppetry, percussive rhythms, twists in language, and unique characterizations.
Have You Heard?
by Krista Boehnert Canadian Author
This monologue-based play explores what happens when rumours and secrets spin out of control. What makes a secret more powerful: when it's true or a lie?
Drop Dead, Juliet!
by Allison Williams
Juliet has had enough! No more poison, stabbing, or dying. Romeo and Juliet will never be the same - or will it? Not everyone's so keen on the changes.
Malled: Two One Act Plays for Young Women
by Colleen Neuman
Many things happen in a mall. Heartbreak, Uncomfortable truths,True friendship, Cosmic questions with your french fries. Two plays. Great parts for girls.
Camel Dung and Cloves
by Dara Murphy Canadian Author
Sara enjoys tea parties. But camel dung and cloves are two things that should never end up on the table. The twists never stop coming in this play.
Upon A Sea of Dreams: A Journey on the Titanic
by Kathleen Donnelly
In a tiny third class cabin Emma dreams of a new life in America. But when the Titanic hits an iceberg, that dream becomes a nightmare.
Prom Night
by Sylvia Davenport-Veith
An unlikely romance between the outcast and the linebacker brings prom night magic.
Anonymous
by Allison Green Canadian Author
Anonymous is a story of every teenager: trying to fit in, trying to belong, trying to fall in love. It's hard to be an individual when you're trying to survive.
Christmas in July: Two Holiday One Act Plays
by Mrs. Evelyn Merritt Canadian Author
Two Christmas plays. Baby New Year rearranges the calendar in Christmas in July. Christmas is in jeopardy in What do you do when the elves have the flu?
Letters
by Mrs. Evelyn Merritt Canadian Author
For many wars, letters home were the only form of communication between soldiers and their loved ones. This play brings those letters to life.
The Pied Piper of Hamelin
adapted by Mrs. Evelyn Merritt Canadian Author from Robert Browning
There are consequences for the people of Hamelin when they refuse to pay the Piper. A theatricalization of the Robert Browning poem.
Seasonal Skits and Performance Poems For K-3
by Mrs. Evelyn Merritt Canadian Author
35 short skits and performance poems suitable for grades K to 3. All pieces focus on seasonal or calendar events and take you right through the year.35 short skits and performance poems suitable for grades K to 3. All pieces focus on seasonal or calendar.
Mmmbeth: Competition Length Version
by Allison Williams
A shorter version of our hilarious gender-bending take on the Scottish play. Updated version.
The Scarlet Heart
by Allison Williams
Join commedia dell'arte characters in a hungry, thirsty, bungling, quest for the Scarlet Heart. An excellent introduction for any student performer.
Magic Fairy in the Microwave
by Dara Murphy Canadian Author
An ordinary girl has an overactive imagination. Maybe. This is a fast physical extravaganza with guns, knives, and blood. Kittens will be harmed.
Strawberries in Winter
adapted by Mrs. Evelyn Merritt Canadian Author from Aleksander Chodzko
Jack Frost spins the tale of Poor Marouckla who is tormented by her mean stepmother and her horse-faced stepsister. Based on a folktale by Aleksander Chodzko.
A Kidnapped Santa Claus
adapted by Mrs. Evelyn Merritt Canadian Author from L. Frank Baum
Plots and schemes are being hatched to kidnap Santa! That means no toys for good little girls and boys. Adapted from the story by L. Frank Baum.
Nice Girl
by Amanda Murray Cutalo
Mia knows how to be a confident and assertive young woman who is not afraid to stand up for herself; the only problem is she can only act this way in her fantasies.
Myth-o-logues
by Janice Harris
A fantastic one act and classroom resource filled with monologues from Greek mythology.
Ariadne's Thread, The Adventures of Theseus and the Minotaur
by Judith White
Theseus is a young man on an adventure. As he makes his way to Athens to meet his father he must fight bandits, carnivorous pigs, and travel the underworld.
Postcards from Shakespeare
by Allison Williams
Shakespeare has writer’s block. Nothing inspires him. Queen Elizabeth sends him on a trip around the world to find inspiration.
The Pauper Princess
by Holly Beardsley inspired by Mark Twain
A retelling of Mark Twain’s The Prince and the Pauper.
They Eat Sunshine, Not Zebras
by Dara Murphy Canadian Author
Nothing stands in the way of the green grass. Until they wake up one morning to see a yellow dandelion in their midst.
The Snow Queen
adapted by Mrs. Evelyn Merritt Canadian Author from Hans Christian Andersen
A theatrical adaptation of The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen.
Almost History: that whole space time continuum thing
by Treanor Baring
A Reporter and a Sidekick livestream from great moments in American history.
Typecast
by Amanda Murray Cutalo
Students have all mysteriously been cast in the “wrong” roles.
The Redemption of Gertie Greene
by Taryn Temple
Is Gertie really what everyone calls her: a freak, strange, stupid, clumsy, and mean?
Dead Men Don't Do Radio Plays
by Allison Williams
Put together a SFX crew and bring the radio sounds to life.
Pandora's Fire
by Judith White
Pandora's curiosity gets the better of her in this theatrical retelling of the Greek myth.
Frankenstein vs the Horrendous Goo
by Treanor Baring
A mix-up in the chemistry club creates a horrendous goo that takes over John Dalton School.
Frankenstein vs the Horrendous Goo: Competition Version
by Treanor Baring
A 35 minute cutting of the original suitable for competition.
Breathless
by Wendy-Marie Martin
A beautiful character piece with three strong female leads.
The Drama Classroom Companion
by Lindsay Price Canadian Author & Kerry Hishon Canadian Author
The Drama Classroom Companion is filled with articles and exercises to build the skills needed for theatrical performance as well as real world skills like creative thinking, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication.
Baalzebub
by Rachel Atkins
Will they establish civility or fall apart?
Baalzebub - One Act Version
by Rachel Atkins
Will they establish civility or fall apart?
The Super Non-Heroes
by Taryn Temple
Charlie may not be a superhero, but when she digs deep she discovers her unique talents to save the day.
The Battle of Image vs Girl
by Johanna Skoreyko Canadian Author
One Girl. One Mirror. Against the world.
Audition Toolkit
by Lindsay Price Canadian Author , Craig Mason Canadian Author , and Kerry Hishon Canadian Author
Teach students to present their best selves in an audition situation with The Audition Toolkit - complete with articles, exercises, tips and more for both teachers and students.
Same Room, Different Story
by Claire Broome Canadian Author
This powerful vignette play uses one set to explore the vast range of teen experiences that can unfold within the same four walls.
Same Room, Different Story - One Act Version
by Claire Broome Canadian Author
This powerful vignette play uses one set to explore the vast range of teen experiences that can unfold within the same four walls.
The Production Publicity Toolkit
by Lindsay Price Canadian Author & Lea Marshall
In the school market, you rarely have a marketing budget. But you have a lot of resources for publicity. You have social media, your students, community outreach, and more. The Production Publicity Toolkit can help you create the awareness and attention your production deserves.
Teen Plays for Inclusive Classrooms
by Dara Murphy Canadian Author
Two royalty-free plays for your inclusive classroom
Practical Approaches to Shakespeare in the Drama Classroom
by Julie Hartley Canadian Author
Shakespeare is one of the greatest resources a drama teacher can have. But teaching it can be a challenge. Practical Approaches to Shakespeare in the Drama Classroom helps drama teachers break down the Bard to make his themes, language and characters accessible to all.
The Rehearsal Companion
by Kerry Hishon Canadian Author
You’ve chosen the play, paid the royalties, done the script analysis, held your auditions, and cast the show. Tomorrow is the first rehearsal. Are you ready? Really ready? The Rehearsal Companion can help!
Active Citizenship in the Drama Classroom
by Kerry Hishon Canadian Author
Global citizenship focuses on the world as a whole and our place within it. With Active Citizenship in the Drama Classroom you can encourage students to take ownership of their voices and make positive changes for the future.
Shakespeare's Bachelorette
by Lea Marshall
This is the Shakespeare/Dating show mash-up you’ve been waiting for!
The Drama Classroom Companion Volume 2
by Kerry Hishon Canadian Author
More articles, exercises, reflections and rubrics that focus on reaching the 21st century teen using 21st century skills.
Adapt Now: Adapting Drama Classroom Materials to Different Distance Environments
by Lindsay Price Canadian Author , Matthew Webster, and Karen Loftus
Learn how to adapt things that were originally written for traditional classrooms to different environments.
No See Scenes
by Lindsay Price Canadian Author & Karen Loftus
Learn how to engage your "no camera" theatre students.
Jane Austen, Completely Zoomed
by Treanor Baring
A fast-paced, witty modern take on Austen’s six classic masterpieces.
Home of the Brave
by Lee Cataluna
An excellent character-driven piece for middle school students. Inspired by hundreds of interviews with those associated by all branches of the service.
Let Me In
by Sholeh Wolpé
Jazmine tries to get into the movie theatre, but the inspector has other ideas.
The Distance Learning Resource
by Kerry Hishon Canadian Author
Warm-ups, exercises, and articles specific to teaching in a virtual environment.
Virtual Platform
by Claire Broome Canadian Author
How can anyone make sense of a virtual platform?
A Recipe of Me
by Kate Kilpatrick
Heartfelt stories about a family told through recipes.
Grim and Gruesome Grimm
adapted by Mrs. Evelyn Merritt Canadian Author from Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
A playful and theatrical adaptation of Grimm's grimmest tales.
Self-Management in the Drama Classroom
by Kerry Hishon Canadian Author & Lindsay Price Canadian Author
Self-Management in the Drama Classroom offers a variety of ways to frame self-management with drama-classroom-specific articles, exercises, and an entire Self-Management Playwriting Unit where the focus is not on the final product but the demonstration of self-management skills along the way.
Two Thousand Prompts for Drama Class
by Kerry Hishon Canadian Author
2000 prompts at your fingertips!
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