Even the initial skepticism followed by a visit from the Roman soldiers can not calm down the exuberance of the disciples when they hear that Jesus has risen. Several non-speaking parts could be added. Other Bible references are Matthew 28, Mark 16, John 20 Cast: 6 speaking parts - Mary - Elizabeth - Matthew - Peter - Flavius - soldier any number non-speaking parts Sample of script: Mary, Elizabeth, Matthew (and non-speaking actors) are sitting/standing around, all…

Young people discuss the Easter story and why Jesus didn’t do what whatever it took to save himself from death. Cast: 4 young people (could be male or female) likely late pre-teen to mid-teen Marcus Damon Betty Mitzi, Damon’s sister Set: blank set Lighting, Sound, Costumes: standard Songs: Calvary, Richard Smallwood (on YouTube) It Wasn’t The Nails, Mississippi Mass Choir (on YouTube) Jesus, Jesus, Jesus (Katrina Song), Rev. Timothy Wright (on YouTube) Time: 15 + songs, likely…

a musical, (using common music which is not included), contemporary look at history and the ministry of Jesus. Written by Jane Williams NOTE RE MUSIC: See addendum at end of script for more information Set:simple except for the Last Supper scene and crucifixion scene. Both of these scenes were behind scrim. We built the crucifixion scene on scaffold above and behind the Last Supper scene. There was a raised stage area off stage to the right that…

Mother and daughter are having compatibility issues in the midst of the death of Edgar James Peterson, (their Husband and Father). A lawyer friend of Edgar’s assisted in creating his will shortly before his passing. The conditions of the will were extraordinary, requiring mother and daughter to reconcile and forgive each other, failing this, they will lose all rights to inherit Edgar’s estate. Useful not just for Good Friday/Easter but at all times of the year.  Cast:…

Human video (mime to music) script of Ray Boltz' song “I Pledge Allegiance to the Lamb" Can be performed with any number of actors. Sample of script: Tyrant and guards quickly move to upstage positions, watch with amusement as the Christians come on stage Christians enter with hand on heart, miming the words of the song, end up in straight line at centerstage NOTE: this entry lasts only approximately 40 seconds, so actors must be in place…

Easter, Barrabus receives unmeritted forgiveness and grace when he is released and Jesus bears his punishment. Cast: Mary - Deaf Mute Girl, age about 8 – 9 Barabbas - Father of Mary (Robber, Murderer, Mercenary) Anna - Mother of Mary, wife of Barabbas Claudia - 12 year old sister of Mary Setting All of the play takes place in the family's living room. There should be as much rich trappings as possible to indicate that Barabbas is…

A monologue within a monologue speaks on how the conscience can condemn us for choices we make. Although appropriate for Good Friday, this drama could be used at any time of year. The carpenter who fashioned the three crosses tries to justify his actions after seeing who was being crucified. Throughout the monologue is a child's questions and fears. This part could stand alone as well. Cast: 2, A man and a younger person Costumes: Carpenter’s costume…

Pilate defends his actions, and lack thereof. Pilate, in failing health, feels he is being put between a Roman rock and a Hebrew hardplace. The combination of Caiaphas and Herod, and the Jewish people saying they won't kill anyone, he is put in a position he would rather not be! This monologue is useful at all times of the year. Sample of script: crowd with their backs to the audience, shouting, shaking their fists Pilate is somewhat…

An Easter Telecast Theme: This docudrama dares to ask the most critical questions of all life: not only who was Jesus, but who is Jesus, and, most important of all, what does He mean to you now? Synopsis It's nearly spring of A.D. 30. Rome is attempting to keep a fragile peace with it's province of Judea. A dove faction in the Jewish hierarchy is attempting to prevent anything from disrupting hoped for peace talks with their…

Theme:       A court scene drama focusing on some of Jesus’ miracles debates whether the amazing powers of Jesus mean that he might be the son of God. This drama is the second scene from the larger “Faith And Failure” drama on the DramaShare site. Individual scenes are also available on the DramaShare site as standalone dramas: Miracle Time (first scene) Great Throne Room (third scene)   Bible Reference:      Mark   Cast:         (20) Jesus Disciple1 (D1) also Defender…