In this monologue we follow the career of a Roman soldier who is on duty during Herod’s massacre of the boy babies in Bethlehem, has a servant healed by Jesus in Capernum, and was at the cross when Jesus was crucified. Costumes: Roman soldier costume Sample of script: actor is on stage with his back to the audience, looking upward Leave him be, can’t you see, he’s dead. (listens to unseen persons) Yes, it is finished indeed!…

An Easter message on apathy, faith, commitment, conviction and challenge.This is a 6 part segmented drama. 1. Mark is found in a crowd discussing Jesus and His work. 2. Joseph of Arimathea tries to deny he claimed Jesus' body at the cross. 3. Pilate in a monologue, tries to justify his decisions. He ultimately washes his hands. 4. Peter comes to the time when he meets his Savior. His Emmaus moment. 5. Mary, Elizabeth, Mary Magdalene and…

Proof of the resurrection, a courtroom drama sets out to determine if there truly was a ressurection.A modern day court room setting with lawyers, judge and jury set out to prove that the "cadaver" was indeed stolen and that's that. Did He rise? Is the teachings of Jesus going to go on? What kind of people will believe Him? The jury was dismissed! Cast: may be male or female, any age Judge Prosecutor Lawyer Court Clerk Set:…

Theme:       A traveller happens on what seems to be a small riot near the Palace-Fortress in Jerusalem. It seems the happening had to do with a man who made the incredulous claim to be the son of God. This monolog could be used as a reading and is useful at Easter or at any time of the year.   Bible Reference:      Matthew 26:27:/p>   Cast:         1, (m or f)   Set, Sound, Costumes:       standard   Time:        10…

Easter Sunday message, the women, Mary and Joanna, full of despair, go to the tomb and find it empty Cast Mary Magdalene (mar-ee'-ah mag-dal-ay-nay') - could be late teen or older Joanna (Ioanna ee-o-an'-nah) - could be late teen or older Costumes Mary Magdalene and Joanna would be in appropriate Bible period clothing. Set None, drama is done in the aisle and on the stage in church sanctuary. Lighting Spot to follow ladies up aisle from the…

A monologue from the perspective of the man who placed Jesus on the cross. Was he a fiend or someone simply doing his job? Props: length of rope, hammer and large nails Costume: likely, (although not necessarily), traditional Sample of script: Next! Step right up! Who is the next candidate for my superb workmanship? Adrastos, the Greek! At your service! Efficiently and meticulously facilitating the public disgrace of slaves and nobodies, high up on a tree for…

Theme:       The account of the two disciples, Cleopas and another, who left Jerusalem in despair after the killing of Jesus, who felt all was lost, felt there was no reason to stay or to carry on. And suddenly, walking with them on the road, was another traveller. And did not their hearts burn within them?   Bible Reference:      Luke 24:49   Cast:         1 male   Set, Sound:    standard   Costumes:    may be traditional or current   Time:       …

Maybe difficult times necessitate difficult measures! Did Jesus and God have a deep conversation before Jesus was sent to earth.. . what was the conversation about? How did Satan react? What would cause God to intentionally cause such extreme pain and degradation to the Godhead? From this thought came this comedy Christian skit with a kinda serious message. Normally I don’t write skits with God or Jesus on stage as too many unfortunate things happen, seldom good things,…

Niles and Maris Crane, Raymond and Debra Barone and their family and friends muddle through planning for Easter when unplanned visitors come along. A comedy look at how society views the Easter celebrations, could be standard or dinner theatre. Cast: Ray Barone Brenda Barone Niles Crane Maris Crane Frank Barone Marie Barone James the butler Slapshot Stevens, the Easter Egg Eddie the Eagle, the Easter Rabbit Dan, the preacher Set: The living room at the Crane home,…

Contemporary Easter drama, we mock, belittle, plot to hurt, punish others to justify or actions.This drama targets YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS. A football player ( a Christian) by the name of Jimmy talks to the youth group (some of them non - believers) about a player by the name of Jessie. He takes them through a story that they finally recognize as the Easter story. Pastor Tom knew that this very famous sports star would get his…