Easter

The Passover Meal

Jeanette Walker · 31 March 2016

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

15min

Actors

2F, 4M +V

Characters

Mum Beccy (her daughter) Jesus Peter John James Andrew Crowd

Summary

A version of the Last Supper for younger people. It is based on the scripture from Matthew 26: 26-56. It is from the point of view of a mother telling her daughter a story.

Script

Mum: Come on Beccy, it’s time for bed. Beccy: But mum, I’m not tired. Mum: Well that’s just too bad, go on. Beccy: Well, can you at least tell me a…

And Now He's Gone

23 March 2016

Script

And Now He's Gone By Dorothy Suhling Kraljev Summary Set in the time between crucifixion and resurrection, some of the principal characters of Easter reflect on what the…

Now That's A Plan

Michelle Patterson · 30 September 2015

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

5-10min

Scripture

Based on Matthew 26 - 28

Actors

2M/F, 2:3F

Characters

2 Angels Various women at the tomb

Summary

Two angels with Jesus at the Garden of Gethsemane and through the Resurrection.

Script

Scene 1 - The Garden Gethsemane Angel 1: Look at them, they are just sleeping like nothing is happening. Don’t they realize how important this night is? Angel 2:…

Recipe for a Resurrection

17 August 2015

Script

Recipe for a Resurrection By Warren Judkins Summary The disciples take a lot of convincing that Jesus really has risen. Characters 2 Narrators Disciples (at least 5)…

A dramatic poem which is an allegory on John 1:1-12. It is particularly suitable - but not exclusively so - for Easter. "The Writer" was originally presented as a dance-drama, with a Narrator, Dancers, and music compiled for the performance. A copy of the poem narrated by the author with music accompaniment can be viewed on YouTube,

Script

https://youtu.be/3d01Jaf1OjQ Bible Reference: "The Writer" is based on John 1:1-12, which could be read before the performance. There was a space. At…

The Day God Died

John McNeil · 29 October 2014

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

90min-120min.

Actors

35M, 6F, 1M/F, +V (some parts can be doubled)

Characters

(in more or less order of appearance) Crowd (including children) Jesus 6 Disciples (John, Peter, James, Matthew, Thomas, Judas) 2 Priests Pilate Centurion 3 Moneylenders Caiaphas Annas 4 Elders/Scribes Captain of Jewish police Nicodemus Widow 2 Temple police 2 False witnesses Servant girl Herod 4 Roman soldiers 2 Thieves Mary, mother of Jesus Joseph of Arimathea Mary Magdalene Mary, mother of James Angel Cleopas and wife Note: The crowd could include from the above, the Disciples, Priests, Scribes/Elders, Moneylenders, Widow False Witnesses, Servant Girl, Joseph, the 3 Marys, Cleopas, Isaac.

Summary

A full-scale Easter passion play, beginning with the Palm Sunday entry into Jerusalem, and continuing to the resurrection of Jesus. Suitable for either an outdoor production (as originally performed) or the theatre/church. The script is designed to allow scenes to take place in multiple places around the set. Some of the scenes are very short. These are generally linking scenes, which provide time for actors in other scenes to move to other spots.

Script

Note: This page contains only portion of the script. Details on how to obtain the full script are at the foot of the page. The author is indebted to "Yeshua: The…

The Cost

R. Cody Phillips · 21 August 2014

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

90-120min

Actors

22M, 5F

Summary

This two-act play centers on the last week of Jesus’ earthly ministry. This presentation is designed to emphasize that there is a “cost” to discipleship, and that cost depends in large measure on the individual’s relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. In this drama, five different persons must face the ultimate question of how they will relate to the Son of God and whether or not they are willing to pay the price.

Script

Note: The play could stand alone without music, which would make the total production, depending upon the length of the intermission, about 90 minutes. With…

Christ the Shepherd, Christ the King

Kathy Applebee and Linda Lineberry · 29 April 2014

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

90min?

Actors

20M, 11F, 5M/F, 2C, 1VO, +Various

Summary

A musical Easter drama for a large cast and choir. Told from the viewpoint of a shepherd, it chronicles the life of Jesus from his birth through his crucifixion, burial and resurrection ending on a triumphant note of glory.

Script

A musical drama for Easter Click on the link below to read or download the full script.

Christ the Servant, Christ the King

Kathy Applebee and Linda Lineberry · 17 April 2014

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

90min?

Actors

13F, 24M, 3M/F, 3VO, 2C

Summary

This full-length script traces the life of Jesus from his birth to his crucifixion and resurrection.

Script

A musical drama for Easter Read or download the full script by clicking on the link below.

Was That Jesus, The Son of God?

David Lee · 05 April 2014

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

10min

Actors

5M

Characters

Two Roman soldiers Two Jewish people Innkeeper. Setting: Two tables and four chairs for the inn setting, along with wooden or metal plates and tankards. Jewish people need period costumes and Roman clothing is also needed. Innkeeper needs Jewish clothing and probably a leather apron to wear.

Summary

Two people who have just left the Passover feast in Jerusalem start to discuss Jesus' death when they reach an inn. Two Roman soldiers who arrive at the inn also discus the event. An innkeeper listens intently to their discussion.

Script

(Scene starts with the two Jewish people walking into the inn. The innkeeper is wiping the table.) Innkeeper: Good morning, come and sit down and what can I get you? 1st…

The Suffering God

Caroline Fletcher · 04 April 2014

Style

Dramatic.

Duration

12min.

Actors

2M/F, 5M

Characters

Christian Agnostic Jesus Four Roman soldiers Notes: There are no props or scenery required for this play apart from a Bible. The idea is to keep it simple, so when the soldiers force the crown of thorns onto Jesus’ head, for instance, it is left to the audience to visualise the crown. Minimal costumes would be helpful for the soldiers and Jesus, just to clarify their identity to the audience. The Bible passage used at the end of the play is the NIV version of Isaiah 53:3-6, an Old Testament passage understood by Christians to predict the suffering of Christ and his atoning death.

Summary

As well as portraying the crucifixion, this play also looks at the question of suffering and demonstrates that though terrible things happen in this world, this does not mean that we have an uncaring God who cannot sympathize with our suffering: Jesus lived amongst us and shared our pain.

Script

(ENTER AGNOSTIC & CHRISTIAN. CHRISTIAN CARRIES A BIBLE. THEY STAND TO THE FRONT LEFT OF THE STAGE FACING THE AUDIENCE) AGNOSTIC: Thanks for inviting me to your…

The Gospel Adventure, A Holy Week Odyssey

Gaye Ahlers · 02 April 2014

Style

Religious drama with comedy/fantasy elements.

Summary

This play covers the period of Holy Week from Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter (Resurrection) Sunday. This play has a Biblical emphasis in terms of how Old Testament prophecies concerning the end of Jesus’ ministry and death are fulfilled in the Gospel account, mostly in the book of Matthew. There is also an evangelistic thrust which relates to how the life of Jesus impacts both nominal Christians as well as unchurched non-Christians with the reality of God’s love for them.

Script

Duration: Approximately one hour. Cast Size: About 34, but people would have the flexibility to play more than one role. Scripture references: Matthew 21: 1-11,…