Easter

Three Centurions

Roger Bulpitt · 19 January 2023

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

Each one is 5-10 mins.

Actors

Three males Note: These could be played in sequence, or used over three occasions in the Easter period.

Summary

The following are three monologues narrated by centurions mentioned in the Gospels and the Book of Acts.

Script

1. The Centurion’s Letter Summary: After the death of Jesus a certain centurion may have written to another centurion, whose servant had been healed by Jesus and…

Judas Iscariot

05 January 2021

Script

Judas Iscariot By Marshall Marsden Summary Judas explains why he handed Jesus over to the authorities. Characters Judas Script I was born in southern Judah, Kerioth.…

The Centurion’s Letter – A monologue

Roger Bulpitt · 05 November 2020

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

5min

Actors

1M

Characters

Centurion

Summary

After the death of Jesus a certain centurion may have written to another centurion, whose servant had been healed by Jesus and this is what he may have said.

Script

Greetings, I don’t believe we have ever met as you are stationed out in the countryside and I am attached to the Jerusalem garrison. I’m sorry to start this…

Palm Sunday Messiah

22 April 2020

Script

Palm Sunday Messiah by Ron VandenBurg Summary A news reporter attempting to report the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem keeps getting interrupted by someone with a…

Nicodemus the distant disciple

Vic Cooper · 04 June 2019

Style

Dramatic, with light touches.

Duration

60min(?)

Actors

5M, 2F, 1N

Characters

Nicodemus: firm demanding and authoritative. Swings to deep thought and personal conviction. Able to cry out to God in desperation. Hannah: A submissive wife but knows how to get her points across without antagonizing Nicodemus. Shimhi: a weasly type character who is a yes man for Nicodemus. His original voice was in the character of Peter Lori. Sarah: (the granddaughter) Bright, bubbly and ideally a young girl who can sing. She should be able to portray grief as she learns of the crucifixion. Roman guard: intimidating in size and stature with a firm voice. Jesus: Should look like a Jewish man. Preferably not the blue eyed, blond haired Jesus portrayed by some. A clear speaker. Joseph: He will be able to show excitement at discovering Christ in the scriptures. Narrator Notes About the stage: this play works well with a split stage. One half being the house of Nicodemus and the other half as a garden scene where Jesus will meet with Nicodemus. The house of Nicodemus should have a window in the back where Shimhi comes, and an entrance off to one side. 1/2 sheets of styrofoam carved like stone make good garden walls. Add some greenery and a fake fire and you’re in business. About the sound: we are in the process of making a complete soundtrack for this play. It will have all the background noises, mood music and songs. One copy will have all of the actors’ voices and the other without. This can help the players hear the desired emotions during rehearsals or it can be used as a marionette production. If you would like the sound track please e mail us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Vic and Beth Cooper, New Brunswick,Canada. Lord bless.

Summary

Based on John 3, this play follows Nicodemus as he progresses from a self- righteous proud Pharisee to become a follower of Jesus Christ. It has humour at the right time and deep convicting grief which finalizes in joy at the risen Lord. We are taking liberties in concluding that he became a believer; however, the fact that he defended Jesus before the Sanhedrin and he and Joseph claimed the body of Christ points in that direction. Also, historic tradition says he was baptized later on. Nicodemus begins with a gruff total rejection of Jesus, but God works thru the Holy Spirit, his family, and the scriptures to change the stony heart of this Pharisee. The play covers the time from the first miracles of Christ to His resurrection. First written for marionettes, it proved to be a powerful tool for conviction.

Script

Act one: (scene opens in the house of Nicodemus) as actual narration begins. Song: We Are The Pharisees Narration: Begins with the “we are the Pharisees song”…

Was that Jesus, the Son of God?

David Lee · 29 May 2018

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

10min

Actors

5M

Characters

Two Roman soldiers Two Jewish men Innkeeper:

Summary

. A story involving four people at the time of the crucifixion. Two have just left the Passover feast in Jerusalem; when they reach an inn they start to discuss Jesus' death. And two Roman soldiers who arrive at the inn also discus the event. An innkeeper listens intently to their discussion.

Script

(Two Jewish people walk into the inn. The innkeeper is wiping the table. ) Innkeeper: Good morning, come and sit down and what can I get you? 1st person: Something to…

What A Place For A Party!

Jim Hatherley · 08 March 2018

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

10min

Scripture

– LUKE 24: 1-12

Actors

2F, 4M, 1VO

Characters

Mary Joanna Roman guard Offstage voice James John Peter

Summary

Anything can happen on an Easter morning.

Script

(Setting - Outside the tomb Easter morning) Guard: Halt! Who goes there? Mary: Do not worry, sir. We mean no harm. Guard: This place is off limits. That’s why…

Pilate's Notes

Jim Hatherly · 08 March 2018

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

30min(?)

Actors

1M

Summary

In this Narrative monologue in several parts, Pilate writes his report to Rome on the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus. Interspersed with readings and hymns.

Script

(Scene: Pilate is sitting at a desk, where he stays throughout the service.) Confound the man! Confounded me, he did! What is a ruler to do with such an uprising? With…

I Witness

Wanda Berry · 21 December 2017

Style

Dramatic/Heavy.

Duration

Approximately 60 minutes.

Actors

1F (Donkey), 9 interchangeble M/F.

Summary

A Resurrection play that consist of a group of 10 monologues that blend into a sort of choral speaking ending. Each inanimate object speaks out as a witness of Christ's presence here on earth and His death. Each inanimate object (except the donkey) tells of the part they played and how they felt as they participated in their God-given assignments.

Script

GARMENT (MATTHEW 27:35, MARK 15:24) My assignment? To cover the God Given physical body of the Savior. My assignment was quite easy actually. Not only was it a no…

The Local News

07 October 2017

Script

The Local News By Peter Marshall Summary The resurrection of the Lord and two different reactions brought about by it. Characters Person : Arrogant, all knowing, big…

Song for a Sunday Morning

07 October 2017

Script

SONG FOR A SUNDAY MORNING A reflection on Mary in the garden on Easter morning. There they lie - Our dreams in shreds, battered, scattered, heart-shattered - All…

The Writer

07 October 2017

Script

The Writer By John McNeil Summary A dramatic poem which is an allegory on John 1:1-12. It is particularly suitable - but not exclusively so - for Easter. "The Writer"…