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Issue-Based Plays

Issue-Based Plays

Step into the world of issue-based plays, where relevant and relatable themes take centre stage.

From everyday challenges to pressing societal issues, these stories spark conversations, ignite empathy, and invite your audience to ponder the world we live in.

Get ready for thought-provoking drama that goes beyond the stage!

Body Image

The Battle of Image vs Girl

by Johanna Skoreyko Canadian Author

One Girl. One Mirror. Against the world.

  • About 10 minutes
  • 2 F
  • Simple set
  • Recommended for High Schools
  • 15 pages

Body Body

by Lindsay Price Canadian Author

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.

  • About 60 minutes
  • 2 M + 4 F
  • Simple Set
  • Recommended for High Schools
  • 54 pages

Body Body: Competition Length Version

by Lindsay Price Canadian Author

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.

  • About 30 minutes
  • 2 M + 4 F
  • Simple Set
  • Recommended for High Schools
  • 54 pages

ellenalicemonajune

by Colleen Neuman

Ellen, Alice, Mona, and June share those uncomfortable truths that only close friends can tell each other.

  • About 25 minutes
  • 4 F
  • Simple Set
  • Recommended for High Schools

Emotional Baggage

by Lindsay Price Canadian Author

Seven strangers meet in a train station. Instead of luggage, they all carry their "emotional baggage." The most unique play we sell - it has no dialogue.

  • About 30 minutes
  • 4 M + 4 F
  • Simple Set
  • Recommended for High Schools & Middle Schools
  • 27 pages

Fidget

by Bradley Hayward Canadian Author

Kids are constantly being told to hold still. But that’s impossible when all they want to do is move forward at warp speed.

  • About 30 minutes
  • 6 Any Gender, Expandable to 28
  • Simple set
  • Recommended for High Schools & Middle Schools
  • 27 pages

The Four Hags of the Apocalypse Eat Salad at their General Meeting

by Lindsay Price Canadian Author

A black comedy about female self-image.

  • About 10 minutes
  • 4 F
  • Simple Set
  • Recommended for High Schools

Hoodie

by Lindsay Price Canadian Author

This middle school vignette play examines self-image and appearance.

  • About 35 minutes
  • 4 M + 7 F, Expandable to 18F 13M
  • Simple Set
  • Recommended for Middle Schools
  • 38 pages

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.

  • Simple Set
  • Recommended for High Schools
  • 38 pages

Monster Problems

by Lindsay Price Canadian Author

The transition from middle school to high school can be filled with problems. Monster problems.

  • About 40 minutes
  • 9 M + 13 F + 2 Any Gender
  • Simple set
  • Recommended for High Schools & Middle Schools
  • 40 pages

School Daze

by Lindsay Price Canadian Author

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.

  • About 30 minutes
  • 16 M + 24 F + 14 Any Gender, Doubling Possible
  • Simple Set
  • Recommended for Middle Schools
  • 28 pages

Theatrefolk's Ten-Minute Play Collection

by Lindsay Price Canadian Author

A collection of ten minute plays.

  • Simple Set
  • Recommended for High Schools
  • 55 pages

who are we, who we are

by Forrest Musselman

Addresses anxiety and depression in teens.

  • About 30 minutes
  • 3 M + 14 F
  • Simple set
  • Recommended for High Schools