A Christmas Carol 50-Minute School Play Script for Kids (River Quaggy Press)

von Charles Dickens

80 Seiten, Taschenbuch

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A Christmas Carol 50-minute play script, adapted by Benjamin Yorke for River Quaggy Press - INCLUDES FULL ROYALTY-FREE PERFORMANCE RIGHTS.Bring Charles Dickens' timeless tale to life on stage with a faithful, traditional adaptation written especially for children (ages 8-16). Ideal for schools, drama clubs, churches, and community groups, this lively version - complete with generous stage directions - makes Dickens' language accessible without losing any of the festive spirit.Perform this iconic Christmas play anywhere, anytime - no additional performance fees or restrictions. Schools and non-profit groups may edit the script, sell tickets, film their production, and share recordings of their performances.Adapted for Teachers and Youth Theatre DirectorsDesigned with busy drama teachers in mind - and tested in a variety of schools - this classroom-friendly adaptation offers everything you need for a successful winter production.Flexible for Different Class Sizes¿ 30-40 speaking roles (12 male, 10 female, 11 any-gender), plus additional ensemble lines¿ Numerous group scenes for larger casts¿ Several roles can be split to create extra speaking opportunities - including the option of three children playing Scrooge¿ Excellent for mixed-ability groups and new performers¿ For smaller casts (15-20), multiple roles can be played by the same actorPractical and Rehearsal-Friendly¿ 56-page play script running approximately 50 minutes - can be performed as one act or two¿ Tested successfully in schools with cast sizes ranging from 20 to 100+¿ Can be performed with simple sets and props - ideal for limited budgets¿ Includes guidance for directors and frequent stage directions for actors¿ Works beautifully as a Readers Theatre text or fully staged play¿ Individual copies for cast and crew can help rehearsals run smoothlyEngaging and Age-Appropriate (Ages 8-16) - Enriched Classroom Resource¿ Authentic Dickensian language made accessible for middle and high school students¿ Full glossary to aid vocabulary comprehension and support ESL/EAL learners¿ Features story summary, historical background, top tips for young performers, Charles Dickens author bio, and full character list¿ Ideal for integrating English, Drama, and History study units¿ Can include several traditional carols for casts who wish to singClear, Teacher-Friendly Performance Rights¿ All River Quaggy play scripts come with royalty-free performance rights for schools, churches, community groups, and drama festivals¿ Includes permission to charge for tickets, edit your script, and record your show¿ Our plays are free to perform - and always will be!Make this year's Christmas show one to remember.

• Themen: Kinder, Jugendliche und Bildung Allgemeine Interessen Theater und darstellende Kunst Dramen, Drehbücher
• ISBN: 9781918169041
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 27.10.2025
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: River Quaggy Press