Classic Acts

Classic Act Plays

Classic Act plays are adaptations of classical literature and favorite children's tales written to appeal to young actors, 10-14. We also offer "A Guide to Introducing Theater to Young Actors." There is one time cost for each play and copying rights. No royalty fees.

 

List of Plays:

Adaptations of Classical Literature

Our classic plays are creatively written to make them appealing and understandable to young actors, ages 10-14.  They provide an opportunity for children to enjoy and develop an appreciation for literature that will help them in high school and college.  Also available are beloved children’s tales, designed for the sophistication of young actors grades 5-8, rather than the typical fairy tale plays for younger children.

These plays follow the traditional story lines with minor modifications, a little added humor, and age appropriate language, which make them more exciting for young actors.  The plays also help students at this awkward and difficult age to develop confidence, creativity, and a love of performing.

Performers 

Classic Act Plays have been performed by students at middle school level, including children with disabilities and second language learners.  Performances are typically 20 to 40 minutes.  Cast numbers range from 10 to 25. If necessary, multiple parts may be played by an actor, or some parts may be expanded to include more players.The plays are designed to be performed and include stage directions, put they can be used for Reader’s Theatre also.

Theatre Guide  

"A Guide to Introducing Theatre to Young Actors" is also available to assist in teaching young performers about the theatre and stage terms, script format, blocking, etc.  Tips are offered for costumes and props for a low-budget production and ways to involve the kids in all aspects of the production.  Not everyone wants to be an actor!  Stage managers and crew, costume people, set designers and painters are needed. These tasks offer a way to include a whole class or all the members of a theatre group.

Scripts

Classic act scripts are downloadable instantly, and the cost is very low.  You pay a one-time cost per play of $24.95.  (Schools pay $19.95.)  This fee allows you to make as many copies of the script as you need, and to perform the play as often as you want.  However, we do ask for a play to be purchased for one school and not used by multiple schools. The “Guide to Introducing Theatre to Young Actors” is $9.95, and is optional.  There is no additional performance license, royalty fee or other cost.

The intent of these plays is not for the author or performers to make a great deal of money.  They are designed for kids to use their creative juices, to develop confidence, to learn a little about literature, and to have a lot of fun.  Enjoy!