{"title":"Family","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover Christian skits that celebrate and challenge family life—funny, relatable, and rooted in faith. Perfect for church services, family nights, and ministry events. These scripts explore parenting, sibling dynamics, and trusting God at home.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fashioned-into-his-likeness","title":"Fashioned Into His Likeness","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeing fashioned in the likeness of a person, or in the likeness of Jesus.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stockphotosecrets.com\/index.cfm?\/imagedetails_EN\u0026amp;imgid=137222570\u0026amp;extintcode=0\u0026amp;CFID=36474891\u0026amp;CFTOKEN=51379102\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg31\/pv\/IsignstockContributors\/ISS_30788_08643.jpg?token=5hEOFAXXKjEpkceXxn2X3txwaF03U1J5hJ6PKiSEzxE\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=52\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg31\/pv\/IsignstockContributors\/ISS_30788_08643.jpg?token=5hEOFAXXKjEpkceXxn2X3txwaF03U1J5hJ6PKiSEzxE\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=52\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElderly Christian grandmother has passed away in the presence of her young, loved and loving teenage granddaughter. This is a shocking happening for a young person.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe teen’s mother and a family friend come home and all try to grapple with the sudden and unexpected death. The scene becomes a bit unusual when the now-deceased lady talks to the granddaughter, unheard by the others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn easily staged skit with some humor, take care that death is not treated lightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e   4 women\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGran, (indicated as VoG when unheard by Audrey \u0026amp; Judy), an elderly dead woman, (not a typo) with spoken lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJenna, teenage granddaughter (VoJ when unheard by Audrey \u0026amp; Judy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudrey, Jenna’s mother, Gran’s daughter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJudy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Isaiah 65:10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elikely blank stage with the bed at upstage with a person, or what appears to be a body on it, chairs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCould be dressed up to appear to be a bedroom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003espot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e  none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estandard clothing,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eif Gran moves about the stage she would wear a nightgown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e      none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebe very careful to not cause any thought of taking death lightly or making a mockery of it. Rather we wish to offer a strong Christian message which will be attractive and acceptable to Christians and non-Christians alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOption I\u003c\/strong\u003e is to hear Gran’s voice, which will only be heard by the audience and Jenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOption II\u003c\/strong\u003e is as above but Gran will get up of the bed and discreetly move (seen only by Jenna) among the others. Use this option only if your actors can be VERY careful not to make an unreal scene look disgraceful and mocking, it will take some practice to make this work. Gram MUST appear to be seen by only Jenna and TOTALLY unnoticed by others. Make sure there is space for Gram to move about.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e  Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e  20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJenna is onstage, slowly walking back and forth, wiping away tears, very emotional\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJenna moves to bed, starts to cry, moves back downstage, paces, looks at watch\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Oh Gran, why?\u003cbr\u003eWhy did you have to . . ?\u003cbr\u003eDoctors said you were getting your strength back!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(looks at watch, reacts, annoyed)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMother, where are you? . . .\u003cbr\u003eI called you . . . \u003cem\u003e(looks at watch again)\u003c\/em\u003e . . . OK, so it was only 10 minutes ago, but you should be here! Mom, you need to be here!\u003cbr\u003eMother, why did you leave me alone with Gran, I mean, like she is \u003cstrong\u003eyour \u003c\/strong\u003eMother after all!\u003cbr\u003eOK, so I told you to go, told you I would be fine, alone here with Gran!\u003cbr\u003eBut how was I to know she would . . .\u003cbr\u003eI have spent more time with Gran in the last few years than you, more than anyone! . . .\u003cbr\u003eBut . . .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(starts to cry, angry)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhy did Gran have to go and die?\u003cbr\u003eAnd you left me alone Mother!\u003cbr\u003eAnd you should have known . .  .\u003cbr\u003eI mean, I am just a kid, Mother, why did you . . ?\u003cbr\u003eGran, why did you have to die?\u003cbr\u003eI mean, with just me here and all?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAudrey comes rushing on stage, hugs Jenna\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna:  \u003c\/strong\u003e You should have been here Mom! . . . It wasn’t right, me here alone with Gran! . . I am just a kid Mom and . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudrey: \u003c\/strong\u003e  Oh Jen I am so very sorry! . . .\u003cbr\u003eWe thought . . . We all thought . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e   But Mom, you are the adult, adults are supposed to know . .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Jenna start to cry uncontrollably)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe were just talking, joking, laughing, and . . . and she took a big breath and . . .\u003cbr\u003eAnd she was gone!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudrey, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003esmiling through tears, holding Jenna\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow beautiful!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eangry\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003e  Mother! . . . My grandmother, . . . your mother, . . . is dead! . . . What is wonderful about that?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudrey:\u003c\/strong\u003e   Sweetheart . . . I wish I had of been here when Gran passed. But she was with her best friend . . . you, dear one! . . . She loved her time with you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eangry\u003c\/em\u003e:  But, Mom, I am a kid!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudrey:  \u003c\/strong\u003e  Jen, you are only \u003cem\u003e(actual age)\u003c\/em\u003e years old, but to Gran, and to me as well, you are \u003cem\u003e(age)\u003c\/em\u003e going on 35. She loved and worshipped the person you are, and there is no one she would rather be with when she went home to her Lord than you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJudy comes onstage, hugs Audrey\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJudy: \u003c\/strong\u003e   I heard about your Mom, Audrey, so sorry!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(moves to Jenna, hugs)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJenna, I know how close you were to your grandmother, I feel so . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudrey: \u003c\/strong\u003e Jen was with Mom when she passed away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJudy, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ehugs Jenna\u003c\/em\u003e:Oh Jenna, I know how that must have been . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna:  \u003c\/strong\u003e  OK, so you have been with someone when she dies? . . . I mean with someone really close to you and . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJudy,\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eshock\u003c\/em\u003e:    I’m sorry Jenna, I didn’t mean, . . . I mean . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudrey: \u003c\/strong\u003e Judy . . . Jenna . . . It’s been a rough day for everyone . . . especially you Jenna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003escreams\u003c\/em\u003e:Mother! . . . She is, was, your Mother and you are treating this like it was some stranger, we are talking about Gran . . who just happens to be your own mother!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAt this point Jenna hears Gran’s voice and depending on your action I or II choice may also see her movement, but Audrey and Judy can not see nor hear her\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoG:  \u003c\/strong\u003e Cool down, JenJen!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003elooks around, shocked\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eJenJen? . . . No one calls me JenJen!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudrey, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003econfused\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eJenJen? . . . Only Gran calls you JenJen. . . But what made you think of that right now?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna, \u003c\/strong\u003econfused: You ask what made me think I heard Gran’s voice? . . . You heard it Mom, you heard her tell me to “cool down”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoG:\u003c\/strong\u003e   It’s all good JenJen. . . They can’t hear me, only you can. . . . You can see me as well if you want to see an old dead gal! \u003cem\u003e(giggles)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e What do you mean . . . “see an old dead gal”?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJudy,\u003c\/strong\u003e to Jenna: What are you saying Jenna? . . . Who are you talking to?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna,\u003c\/strong\u003e thinks, moves to bed, looks down, smiles: Gotcha Gran! . . . Why am I not surprised? . . . If anyone can pull it off you can!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAudrey \u0026amp; Judy are surprised, shocked\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoG:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are driving your mother wacko JenJen! . . . Maybe best you just think what\u003cbr\u003eyou want to say to me, I am perfectly able to figure out what you are thinkin’. . .\u003cbr\u003eSuch as right now as you are thinkin’ your old Gran has blown her mind!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e How did you . . .?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJudy \u0026amp; Audrey react in confusion\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJenna \u0026amp; VoG giggle\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoJ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hey Gran, I could get to like this, right on!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoG:\u003c\/strong\u003e In case you didn’t notice, your mother is lookin’ at you like you just lost your marbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoJ:\u003c\/strong\u003e I could get used to that too Gran!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJenna giggles, Judy \u0026amp; Audrey look around confused\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJudy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Audrey, this has been a very hard day on your poor daughter, don’t you think you should take her home for rest?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoG:\u003c\/strong\u003e I tried to warn you JenJen, but would you listen to your old Gran?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e I am fine, I was just thinking, remembering. . . I am . . . fine!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoG:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great recovery JenJen!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anyone for coffee?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudrey:\u003c\/strong\u003e We are fine, just fine Jenna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maybe tea would be best, Gran always enjoyed her cup of tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoG:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Spare me from your Mom’s tea! . . . 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How's Kyle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen:  \u003c\/strong\u003e Still in a coma.  Katy and her mom are in there with him.  They only allow two at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike: \u003c\/strong\u003eI don't understand.  He was doing so well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen:  \u003c\/strong\u003eI know.  He was responding to the treatment, doctor even said he was in remission.  Then all of a sudden...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike, \u003cem\u003eopening Bible\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Here, let's say a prayer.  I found a passage in Luke that I think will--\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen: \u003c\/strong\u003e With all due respect, Mike, I'd rather not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike, \u003cem\u003esurprised\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Excuse me?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen: \u003c\/strong\u003e  I'd really rather not pray, if that's okay.  It doesn't seem to be doing any good, anyhow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike: \u003c\/strong\u003e Come on, Ben, you don't mean that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen: \u003c\/strong\u003e  Don't I?  (\u003cem\u003egesturing offstage\u003c\/em\u003e)  My son is in there dying of some stupid disease I can't even pronounce, and God doesn't seem to care a bit!  I keep racking my brain, trying to figure out what he might have done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike:  \u003c\/strong\u003e Who?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen: \u003c\/strong\u003e Kyle.  I mean, he's only eleven years old.  What evil can an eleven year-old accomplish, anyway?  The worst he's ever done is skip his homework.  Surely that can't be enough to make God this angry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Ben, you can't be serious.  Kyle didn't do anything evil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Then it must have been me.  I don't get it.  I've tried my best to be a good father, a good husband.  I'm faithful to Katy, I don't abuse her or Kyle.  Maybe it was back when I was in college.  I smoked a lot of pot back then, slept around a lot.  (\u003cem\u003ea beat\u003c\/em\u003e)  I guess it's finally catching up with me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike: \u003c\/strong\u003e Ben, this isn't a punishment.  God doesn't take vengeance on a father by hurting his son.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen:\u003c\/strong\u003e  He did it to David.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike:\u003c\/strong\u003e   What?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen:\u003c\/strong\u003e   He killed David's baby, remember?  After David slept with Bathsheba.  (\u003cem\u003egesturing to Mike’s Bible\u003c\/em\u003e)  It's right there in the Bible!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe complete script, plus all 2,000 other DramaShare scripts, are available at no charge to DramaShare members, non-members may purchase the individual script.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"6 \/ 2","offer_id":49855237685567,"sku":"blinded-faith-3769","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/blindedfaith.jpg?v=1728678516"},{"product_id":"prayer-fasting-and-pantry-items","title":"Prayer, Fasting and Pantry Items","description":"\u003cp\u003eGoing forth with prayer, fasting and pantry items.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stockphotosecrets.com\/index.cfm?\/imagedetails_EN\u0026amp;imgid=102163399\u0026amp;extintcode=0\u0026amp;CFID=54802331\u0026amp;CFTOKEN=50110375\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg35\/pv\/IsignstockContributors\/ISS_3089_00920.jpg?token=mORQdX2Jf7NVghiCzChkmdofDHO_1I0gY3c31RSgn3g\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=53\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg35\/pv\/IsignstockContributors\/ISS_3089_00920.jpg?token=mORQdX2Jf7NVghiCzChkmdofDHO_1I0gY3c31RSgn3g\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=53\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003eAnd doing it all without churchy jargon. Reaching out to those around us, both in prayer and in practical ways. Keeping our focus on those who are in need outside the church, and treating them as people, not as projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e  3 (likely f)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDonna (mid-20s or older)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoan (mid-20’s or older)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLorna (40’s or older)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e1 Corinthians 13:1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e  bare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting: \u003c\/strong\u003estandard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e  wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:  \u003c\/strong\u003estandard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e cell phone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Donna and Lorna come on stage, chatting.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDONNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes, so anyway, I am really excited about putting together the new program for attracting new people to the church.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLORNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well, I hope it all works out, Donna. So many outreaches to sinners just don’t, you know.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDONNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well, Lorna, we are not calling this so much an outreach as assistance—being there for those in our community. Maybe some food, clothing . . . and we aren’t saying that they are like . . . sinners, but people in need of spiritual guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLORNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wasting your time is what! If we don’t recognize the unchurched as sinners, why, we are just getting off on the wrong foot is all.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDONNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well, of course, the world is full of sinners, but the fact is, we in the church are all sinners as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLORNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Need I remind you? We who have accepted the lordship of Jesus in our lives are sinners redeemed by the blood of Jesus. Big difference! So when you talk to sinners, say it like it is—that’s my approach!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDONNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes, I recognize that, but we aren’t to scare folks off either. Anyway, I invited Jane Thompson over for coffee. She and her husband and three kids moved into the old Anderson house on Spencer Avenue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLORNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You mean old Tom Anderson finally unloaded that rundown eyesore on the other side of the tracks?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDONNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well, it seems like the Thompsons don’t have much of anything, but I like them. They seem genuine and honest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLORNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hope he has a good job—her with three kids, she likely will have no time to go out and get a job.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDONNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Actually, as I understand it, Tim doesn’t have a job yet. I am hoping we can help find something for him.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLORNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No job and trailing a wife and three kids into town? Not a good way to show folks here what he is made of.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Jane comes on stage, looking around.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDONNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Here’s Jane now. Will you stay, Lorna, and help me make Jane feel welcome?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLORNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well, tell you what, she’s your project. I’ll just stay here and make suggestions for things you may need to cover with her.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Donna looks at Lorna, strange.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDONNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Uhhh, yes, OK . . . \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(to Jane)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e . . . Hi Jane, welcome to Elm Street Community Church.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJANE, uncertain smile:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Uhh, hi, thanks for inviting me.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Donna places a hand on Jane’s shoulder.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDONNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e So, how's Tim and the kids?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Poor Tim, he is getting a little frustrated, I think. Been out every day looking for a job, seems like nothing out there.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDONNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e I am sorry, Jane. I know it must be discouraging. Tell him we are praying for him.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thanks, Donna. Tim came home all excited. He heard that Foster’s Auto Body downtown is looking for an auto body technician, and that’s what Tim is trained in. But he can't seem to get in touch with the owner to talk to him about the job.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Donna, laughing.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDONNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well, Jane, this just might be your lucky day! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Turns to Lorna.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e . . . Jane, I would like you to meet Lorna Foster—just so happens that her husband owns Foster’s Auto Body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Jane, overjoyed.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You are not serious! Do you think you could . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLORNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oh, I have nothing whatsoever to do with my husband’s affairs . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sorry, Mrs. Foster, I didn’t mean to imply that I wanted you to try to pressure your husband. It's just if he could maybe set up an appointment and . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLORNA, firmly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e My husband and I have a firm rule; we never meddle in the affairs of the other.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Jane, embarrassed.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sorry, Mrs. Foster, I had no right . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLORNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e So, are you saved, Jane?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Jane, uncomfortable.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Saved?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLORNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes, have you been washed in the blood of the lamb?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Jane, unsure.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well, I asked Jesus into my heart last year, if that’s what you mean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDONNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e I think that’s exactly what Lorna was meaning, weren’t you, Lorna?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLORNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Do you feel justified in the eyes of Jesus?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Justified? . . . 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All I see is scribbling.\u003cbr data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"300\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"306\"\u003e2:\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s a picture of a garden.\u003cbr data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"337\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"343\"\u003e1:\u003c\/strong\u003e So where are the vegetables?\u003cbr data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"375\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"381\"\u003e3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, what is a garden without vegetables?\u003cbr data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"426\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"432\"\u003e4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our garden doesn’t have vegetables, only flowers.\u003cbr data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"485\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"491\"\u003e2:\u003c\/strong\u003e My picture is a flower garden, that’s why you can’t see vegetables.\u003cbr data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"562\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"568\"\u003e4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not a good flower garden either, cause I don’t see any flowers.\u003cbr data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"635\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"641\"\u003e2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sure, there are flowers.\u003cbr data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"669\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"674\"\u003e3\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e(looks carefully at picture):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"709\"\u003eNope, I don’t see flowers, only scribbling.\u003cbr data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"755\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"761\"\u003e2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Why do you keep saying this is scribbling? That’s not very nice.\u003cbr data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"829\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"835\"\u003e1:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 is right. Jesus teaches us we need to be nice to each other.\u003cbr data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"901\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"907\"\u003e4:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are right, 1. Sorry, 2.\u003cbr data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"938\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"944\"\u003e1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tell me about your picture, 2.\u003cbr data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"978\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"984\"\u003e3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, what kind of garden is it?\u003cbr data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e2:\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s the Garden of Eden.\u003cbr data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e4:\u003c\/strong\u003e You mean like in the Bible?\u003cbr data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e1:\u003c\/strong\u003e My mom read me the story of the Garden of Eden from my Bible.\u003cbr data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003e4:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a lovely picture. The Garden of Eden must have been beautiful.\u003cbr data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003e3:\u003c\/strong\u003e What happened in the Garden of Eden?\u003cbr data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003e2:\u003c\/strong\u003e God made Adam and Eve and put them in the garden.\u003cbr data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003e4:\u003c\/strong\u003e They had a good time there.\u003cbr data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003e3:\u003c\/strong\u003e I don’t understand. They aren’t in the picture.\u003cbr data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003e1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, 2, why aren’t they in your picture?\u003cbr data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e2\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003e(points to picture):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eSee that apple tree?\u003cbr data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003e3:\u003c\/strong\u003e You mean that up and down scribble?\u003cbr data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e2:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is not a scribble, it’s a tree!\u003cbr data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003e4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tell us about the tree, 2.\u003cbr data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e2:\u003c\/strong\u003e God made all things and told Adam and Eve to enjoy them.\u003cbr data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003e1:\u003c\/strong\u003e I remember. God told them not to eat the apple from that tree.\u003cbr data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003e3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wow, so they stayed away from the tree, right?\u003cbr data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003e4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Actually, no. Eve ate the apple.\u003cbr data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003e3:\u003c\/strong\u003e After God told her not to?\u003cbr data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Satan told Eve to do it, and she listened to him.\u003cbr data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003e3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even though she wasn’t supposed to?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"2040\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e DramaShare members get this complete script— and access to our entire library—free! Not a member? 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Whether in a classroom, a chaotic kitchen, or the everyday reality of teen life, the message is clear: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003eVirtue isn’t about status — it’s about surrender.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003eA perfect piece for women’s events, church services, youth groups, or Mother's Day celebrations\u003c\/strong\u003e, this skit encourages all women — young and old — to walk boldly in the truth that they are called, loved, and capable of undistracted devotion to the Lord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 females\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousewife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eteacher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eteenager (older teenager)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eschool principal (older lady)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proverbs 31:10-31\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e blank\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSong:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 spotlights to illuminate speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-umbrella\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-couch\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eactors standing at center stage in a row across the stage, with sufficient room between each actor so the spotlight features only one actor at a time. When spot is on the speaking actor, all other actors are in dark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSample script:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"300\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"300\"\u003e(Scene opens. Spot comes up on \u003cem data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"275\"\u003eHousewife\u003c\/em\u003e. She begins speaking.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"316\"\u003eHousewife:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"319\"\u003eHere we go again, another exciting day. \u003cem data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"370\"\u003eYa right!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"373\"\u003e(\u003cem data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"402\"\u003eLooks up and raises voice.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"406\"\u003eAndrea and Lisa, for the last time, you are going to miss your bus!\u003cbr data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"476\"\u003e(\u003cem data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"506\"\u003eSmiles and shakes her head.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"510\"\u003eThose girls! I love them so much, but I’m sure they’d forget their heads if they weren’t attached. They sure have changed my life, that’s for sure. I never knew how amazing children and a husband could make you feel!\u003cbr data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"729\"\u003e(\u003cem data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"754\"\u003eSmiles, retrospective.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eYou know, I thought I had things all figured out. Right after high school, I would go on to college, earn a journalism degree. Then I would get a job reporting for the country’s top news authority, and after precisely seven and one-half years of a successful career, I would meet Mr. Right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eWhy seven and one-half years, you ask? Isn’t it obvious? It’s an established fact that it had taken precisely seven years and six months for the last two Pulitzer Prize-winning female journalists to win that recognition. And I had no real reason to expect that my journey would be one less traveled. Nor moreso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eAnd as for Mr. Right — he would be a freelance writer who could work out of our home, so he could look after our 2.5 children, which would be born exactly five, then eight years into our marriage. I, of course, would continue on in my journalism career, enabling us to pay off our mortgage and two SUVs in 8.3 years.\u003cbr data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003e(\u003cem data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eLaughs to herself.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003eOh, I thought I had it all figured out, didn’t I? And did it work out exactly as planned? Well . . . not quite . . . and . . . not at all, actually. I did meet a guy — in grade 10, actually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003eWas he Mr. Right?\u003cbr data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003eWell, certainly at least \u003cem data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003eMr. Has-Possibilities!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003eAnyhow, we fell madly in love and married the day after our high school graduation. So much for the seven-and-a-half-year wait. And the babies came a little sooner than I had planned — we were only newlyweds when the news of impending twins was delivered to us, arriving just two weeks before our first anniversary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003eOh, and my freelance writer husband actually turned out to be a struggling insurance salesman, traveling seven days a week so we could make minimum payments on our bills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2732\"\u003eAnd no, I never did get that journalism degree. Not one single person has ever paid a dime to read the mind-bending revelations stored up and tucked away in my mind. But I want to tell you — my breakthroughs in nose wiping and potty training are \u003cem data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2732\"\u003estuff legends are made of!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2734\" data-end=\"2903\"\u003eI guess you could say that life hasn’t been real easy — nor anything close to what I’d planned. But I guess that’s why we need reminders that \u003cem data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2883\"\u003eGod’s\u003c\/em\u003e in control, not us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2905\" data-end=\"3230\"\u003eI never thought that instead of wearing $200 leather high heels to my executive corner office, I’d be wearing slip-on sneakers that don’t even match! My daily challenges may not be the same as they would be in corporate America, but tell me — how many business executives know how to get gum out of shag carpet?\u003cbr data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003e(\u003cem data-start=\"3220\" data-end=\"3229\"\u003eSmiles.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003eGod sure calls us to different places — places that He has designed specifically for us. Instead of treating life as boring and tedious, I need to remember:\u003cbr data-start=\"3388\" data-end=\"3391\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003eGod has designed me to be a woman of virtue — a woman who pleases God in all she does.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDramaShare members get this complete script— and access to our entire library—free! Not a member? 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A friend invites him to a small group, where he meets others facing the same issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRob is a sincere believer struggling with this particular addiction. Each Sunday, he brings it before the Lord in prayer, yet he sees no progress. His frustration grows as he wonders why God doesn’t simply remove the temptation. Over time, Rob comes to understand that God often works in us and through us—not in isolation, but through relationships with other believers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMessage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis drama highlights the importance of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncounter\u003c\/strong\u003e – Experiencing God in the congregational\/larger-group setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncouragement\u003c\/strong\u003e – Experiencing God through relationships with others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngagement\u003c\/strong\u003e – Experiencing God through ministry and action.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 m or f\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRob – Main actor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKent – Small group leader\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhonda – Small group participant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharmaine – Small group participant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJulianne – Small group participant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoland – Co-worker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePastor’s offstage voice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1Corinthians 10:13\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enone required, can be dressed up with church, living room and workplace sets in each of the scenes respectively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSong:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ealtar call music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eenough to separate scenes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-umbrella\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-couch\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecan be used as a self-standing drama, or a sermon illustration with the pastor’s message in between (after) each scene.\u003cbr\u003eAlso very useful for a series of outreach and inreach programs offered through the church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScene 1: Encounter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eThe church service has ended. The sanctuary lights are low. The pastor’s voice fades in from offstage.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePASTOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(voiceover)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e... And perhaps God is calling to you right now. Don’t let this moment go by...\u003cbr\u003eCome, bring that issue before a loving God. He is able to deal with that issue in your life.\u003cbr\u003eI don’t know what the issue is, but God does, and He wants to meet with you—right here, right now.\u003cbr\u003eCome now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eWorship music plays softly in the background. A spotlight rises on stage left as Rob walks slowly to the spot and kneels.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROB:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(praying, struggling)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLord... that issue...\u003cbr\u003eThe same issue. The issue that has brought me here—it seems like every time the pastor announces an altar call, an invitation for prayer… I am sure that everyone in the congregation must snicker a bit...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eMocking voices echo in his mind.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Here comes Rob again...\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Old altar-call Rob, there...\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Back for prayer again...\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI mean, no one actually ever says that… probably never even thinks it, I guess...\u003cbr\u003eThe people here at church are good, kind, supportive...\u003cbr\u003eAnd it's not as if I’m a bad person… I mean, I’m a Christian… like the pastor says, a sinner saved through grace...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI come to church every Sunday—wouldn’t miss it. I teach Sunday school—fifth-grade boys.\u003cbr\u003eI attend most church activities during the week when I can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s just that…\u003cbr\u003eThis... issue...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eShakes head, sighs.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr\u003eLord, why is it that I can’t seem to... deal with... confront this?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003ePauses, frustrated.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr\u003eA thousand times I’ve wanted to talk to the pastor, to ask for help, but...\u003cbr\u003eI’ve tried to talk to some folks here at church... but the words just won’t come out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnow what I mean?\u003cbr\u003eI mean, what would they think of me?\u003cbr\u003eHow would they react?\u003cbr\u003eAnd would they keep my awful secret… my secret...?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003e[Optional] At the end of this scene, a speaker comes onstage to elaborate on the need for small groups.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScene 2: Encourage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eStage right. A spotlight rises on Rob, kneeling beside a chair at home.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROB:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(praying, exhausted)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell Lord, here I am again… Sunday has come and gone…\u003cbr\u003eThe organ music is just a memory now…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd… the… issue… in my life… is still alive and well...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eSighs, leans back.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr\u003eGod, You own the cattle on a thousand hills—why can’t You have a toll-free line...?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003ePauses, then chuckles bitterly.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr\u003eSorry… bad joke, in bad taste, kinda...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut if You could just call me... just call me, let me hear Your voice...\u003cbr\u003eLike I said, zap this… issue… clean outta my life!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLord, it’s just that I simply can’t take it anymore...\u003cbr\u003eI can’t keep going when it seems like...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eThe phone rings. Rob frowns and tries to ignore it.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOh, just great…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eLooks up, half-smiles.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003e[Optional] Another speaker elaborates on the need for encouragement from others.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScene 3: Engage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eLights up on stage. Rob is seated at a desk. Roland enters and follows him.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROLAND:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHi, Rob. How’s work going for you today?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROB:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(frustrated)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGotta tell you, Roland, this accounting software is about to drive me out of my mind!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROLAND:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou’ve done a great job on a really tough project, Rob.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eRob shifts uneasily, hesitating before speaking.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROB:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoland… remember last week you told me about how your wife was having issues?\u003cbr\u003eComputer… chatting issues?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROLAND:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(sad, sighs)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYeah. It’s tearing us apart…\u003cbr\u003eI do appreciate you so much, Rob—being able to talk with you, knowing that my wife’s problem wouldn’t be spread all over the office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROB:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell… sorry I didn’t do more for you. More to help, when we talked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROLAND:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat’s fine, Rob. I’m not sure that anyone \u003cem\u003ecan\u003c\/em\u003e help…\u003cbr\u003eIt’s just good having someone I can talk with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROB:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell, that’s where you’re wrong, Roland. There \u003cem\u003eare\u003c\/em\u003e folks who can help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROLAND:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(defensive)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSue will \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e agree to going to a shrink!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROB:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI’m not talking about psychiatrists—though they \u003cem\u003ecan\u003c\/em\u003e be useful.\u003cbr\u003eBut there’s this woman at my church who was a chat addict and…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROLAND:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(angry, cutting him off)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMy wife is \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e an addict!\u003cbr\u003eShe made some wrong choices, but she’s not...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROB:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(gently)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe point is, Roland… this woman at church has been through what your wife is going through… and she \u003cem\u003ecan\u003c\/em\u003e help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDramaShare members get this complete script— and access to our entire library—free! 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But when the truth comes out, his “trip” turns into an eye-opening reminder that supporting missions can be just as rewarding as a passport stamp. This 8-minute comedy is a lively way to promote a missions conference and highlight Mark 16:15: \u003cem data-end=\"793\" data-start=\"729\"\u003e“Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 m \u0026amp; f\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHusband\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mark 16:15\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSong:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-umbrella\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ephone, very large atlas, large sign “INCOME TAX REFUND”, suitcase, clothing of each country\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-couch\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInformation about the individual countries can be found on the internet at various locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the wife talks of the different countries the husband mimes “putting on” the feelings, music, activities (dances) of the region, then “taking off” that activity and “packing it” in a suitcase, then doing the same with the next country. When wife and husband realize that there is a difference in perception husband is deflated so wife sets out to show him that it is all for the best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSample script:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"162\" data-start=\"87\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"160\" data-start=\"87\"\u003e(Wife is on the phone, excited, pointing to various pages of an atlas.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"489\" data-start=\"164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"175\" data-start=\"164\"\u003eLaurie:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oh, Betty, it is going to be so exciting! I just got the letter in the mail today from somebody by the name of Anthony Revenue, at Missions Headquarters. We have our missionaries from Japan, Romania, Kenya, and Brazil coming . . . and there will also be a missionary to the Native American tribe coming as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"515\" data-start=\"491\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"513\" data-start=\"491\"\u003e(Pauses, listening.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"658\" data-start=\"517\"\u003eI know, and the missionaries will be bringing stories of the countries and the people—they will even have some artifacts from each country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"720\" data-start=\"660\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"718\" data-start=\"660\"\u003e(Pauses, picks up a very large atlas, leafs through it.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"794\" data-start=\"722\"\u003eI know, Betty, you won't want to miss a single conference destination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"932\" data-start=\"796\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"930\" data-start=\"796\"\u003e(Lawrence comes upstage, sees that Laurie is on the phone, and starts to move offstage. 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Oh, Lawrence will just be so excited!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1240\" data-start=\"1227\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1238\" data-start=\"1227\"\u003e(Pauses.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1456\" data-start=\"1242\"\u003eOf course we can afford it; the news today is just such a blessing! I know Lawrence kind of holds on to his money with both hands, but he is going to be just wild and happy about the letter from this Revenue guy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1567\" data-start=\"1458\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1565\" data-start=\"1458\"\u003e(Lawrence has a confused look. Then “light comes on” and he holds up a sign reading “INCOME TAX REFUND.”)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1689\" data-start=\"1569\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1580\" data-start=\"1569\"\u003eLaurie:\u003c\/strong\u003e I tell you, if I know Lawrence—and after all these years of marriage I for sure do—he’ll be soooo excited!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1762\" data-start=\"1691\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1760\" data-start=\"1691\"\u003e(Lawrence, excited, picks up suitcase. Laurie points to the atlas.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1856\" data-start=\"1764\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1775\" data-start=\"1764\"\u003eLaurie:\u003c\/strong\u003e The first stop is Japan! You know how delightful the Japanese people are . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1935\" data-start=\"1858\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1933\" data-start=\"1858\"\u003e(Lawrence puts on a Japanese hat, bows Japanese style in all directions.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1970\" data-start=\"1937\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1968\" data-start=\"1937\"\u003e(Laurie points to the atlas.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2015\" data-start=\"1972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1983\" data-start=\"1972\"\u003eLaurie:\u003c\/strong\u003e And then off to Romania . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2092\" data-start=\"2017\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2090\" data-start=\"2017\"\u003e(Lawrence puts hat in suitcase, takes out colorful vest, puts on vest.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2174\" data-start=\"2094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2105\" data-start=\"2094\"\u003eLaurie:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Romanian people are so . . . alive, so energetic, so animated!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2213\" data-start=\"2176\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2211\" data-start=\"2176\"\u003e(Lawrence begins dancing wildly.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2213\" data-start=\"2176\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2211\" data-start=\"2176\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e DramaShare members get this complete script— and access to our entire library—free! Not a member? You can still grab this individual script and bring it to life.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare Ministries","offers":[{"title":"8 \/ 2 \/ Missions - Comedy - Family","offer_id":51233936474431,"sku":"pain-free-travel-3387-3387","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/incometaxrefund.jpg?v=1754849247"},{"product_id":"youre-pregnant","title":"You're Pregnant","description":"\u003cp\u003eFacing the prospect of an unplanned pregnancy, facing the choices of proceeding with the pregnancy or abortion, 3 teenage girls openly discuss options, and responsibilities.This script, originally written in French by former DramaShare member \u003cspan class=\"markedContent\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChantal Bilodeau-Legendre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, uses a “say it as it is” approach to an unplanned pregnancy, and is something that needs to be addressed in churches and youth groups.\u003cbr\u003eThe area of teen pregnancy, abortion, choices and abstinence does not receive the attention it deserves in the church.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e    4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoxane 16 (pregnant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarilou 16 (in favour of abortion)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlex 16 (against abortion)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHope (gives information)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblank, with a park bench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e     standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e    wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e    none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e      standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebackpack, books, a pregnancy test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHope does not take part in the action: her role is to give information about pregnancy and abortion. Before she speaks, the three girls always freeze. Hope could move around the “frozen” girls, sit on the bench beside them, etc., or simply remain on the side. She should speak with compassion and warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring the drama Hope refers to a pregnancy counselling center in the province of Quebec, (Centre Conseils Grossesse). When using this script you will replace that reference with your state or province and with a local Christian Counselling service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"markedContent\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e  Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"markedContent\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSample Script\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs the scene opens, Hope is sitting on the bench.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOPE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHi! . . . I would like to talk to you about . . . life . . . about real life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Stands.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Let’s imagine three girls, friends, at school, at lunch hour . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(She moves to the side.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScene 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Roxane enters, sits on the bench, takes a pregnancy test out of her backpack, and starts examining it carefully. She is lost in her thoughts and looks depressed. Marilou enters and greets her happily.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARILOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHi Roxane! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(No reaction.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hello!!! Anybody in there?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROXANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Emotionless.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oh, hi, Marilou . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARILOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStill dreaming about your wonderful Matthew, huh? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(No reaction.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hey! Are you lost somewhere on Jupiter or Mars? . . . Something’s wrong?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROXANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHmmm . . . Kind of . . . \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Embarrassed, shows Marilou the test.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You know what that is?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARILOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Holding pregnancy test kit.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No. What is it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROXANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Putting test kit away.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ah well, it’s not important anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARILOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Shrugging and switching subjects.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tomorrow, at lunchtime, there’s a special meeting of the students’ paper crew. Will you be there?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROXANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI don’t know. I don’t feel good these days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARILOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReally? How come?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Alex enters, in a good mood.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHi Marilou! Hi Roxane! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(No reaction.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Roxane? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(To Marilou, who shrugs.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Are you okay? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Shakes Roxane’s shoulder gently.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e I said HI! You don’t greet your friends anymore?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROXANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOh, sorry . . . Hi . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Noticing the pregnancy test in Roxane’s hands, she picks it up.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A pregnancy test?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARILOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou know what it is?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf course I do! My aunt showed me the one she used when she thought she was expecting a baby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARILOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Takes the test enthusiastically from Alex’s hands and looks at it carefully.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e I’ve never seen one before! How does it work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimple. You put a drop or two of pee right here, and if it turns out pink, it is positive. That means you’re pregnant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARILOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePink? Like this?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood grief! Yes! Pink like this! It is a positive test. Whose test is it, by the way?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Roxane lifts up her eyes and gives Alex a blank look.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot yours? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Roxane lowers her head.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARILOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat? What does that mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROXANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat means that I’m pregnant, Marilou.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Stunned, Marilou sits down beside her friend.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE GIRLS FREEZE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOPE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Quebec, every year, several hundred teenagers get pregnant. If you too have just gotten the news that you’re pregnant, then you need Centre Conseils Grossesse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE GIRLS UNFREEZE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScene 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARILOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePregnant? How come?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOh, Marilou, you’ve never heard about birds and bees? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(To Roxane.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Does Matthew know?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROXANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARILOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave you told your parents?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eROXANE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou are the first ones I’ve told. Girls, promise you won’t tell anyone, okay? . . . You swear?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI swear I’ll keep your secret.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Lights fade.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"markedContent\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e DramaShare members get this complete script — and access to our entire library—free! Not a member? 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The father is overprotective and the daughter feels smothered. Something as unimportant as a boyfriend's earring causes disruption in parents' and daughter's lives, yet strangely, this earring became the means for resolving the dilemma, and rekindling a respectful love.\u003cbr\u003eThis script was one of the key productions in the early growth of the DramaShare ministry, and one of my favourites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e  2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDad - late 30's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelody - mid-teens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Proverbs 16:3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e      family room with back of TV downstage, couch upstage, chair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e     2 spotlights, one is offstage \"shinning in the side window\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e    wireless mics,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e    none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e    \u003c\/strong\u003eTaped sounds, (a car engine, a car door slamming, a house door opening and being shut)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e      standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e     magazine, end table, remote control, couch, a chair, a TV, rug on the floor,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e   Position the TV downstage in the extreme right or left position so that the back of the TV is seen from the audience, yet not blocking the view from any part of the audience.\u003c\/span\u003e Preferably, use a real TV so that the light from the TV will reflect on the dad as he \"watches\" TV. It will add to the drama if the TV has a remote in order that Dad can flip through the channels to indicate his upset state of mind. (Have sound turned very low or disconnected so it will not be audible to the audience). A picture on back wall above couch and window with curtains on the side wall. Since the drama happens late at night, the \"view\" from the window should be dark except when the car drives into the driveway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e     12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eDad\u003c\/strong\u003e sits on the couch reading a magazine. \u003cem data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003eHe puts it down beside him on the end table, stretches, looks at his watch. He then picks up the TV remote control, watches TV, flips through the channels. He looks at his watch again, stands up, goes to window and looks outside. He will then sit down again and, restlessly, watch TV.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003eAfter a few minutes a car is heard driving up. (Play taped sounds of car driving up). Turn on spotlight outside set, arc across the window to give impression of car lights in driveway. Play taped sounds of car door slamming.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eDad\u003c\/strong\u003e quickly gets up and goes to the window, pulls the drapes to the side, looks out, \u003cem data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003e(must give the impression that he is spying on what is going on outside in the driveway, trying not to be seen by those outside).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2295\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2204\"\u003eMelody’s voice\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003e(from outside, not on mic)\u003c\/em\u003e: Thanks for the ride, Dan. See you in school tomorrow guys!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2297\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2297\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003eDad\u003c\/strong\u003e quickly returns to his chair. \u003cem data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2426\"\u003ePlay tape of door opening and closing. Melody enters downstage left, kisses Dad on cheek.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"4483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003eMelody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hi Dad.\u003cbr data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2452\" data-end=\"2459\"\u003eDad\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003e(continues to look toward TV, frowns)\u003c\/em\u003e: What time is it, young lady?\u003cbr data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2532\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2543\"\u003eMelody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Time? \u003cem data-start=\"2550\" data-end=\"2580\"\u003e(Glances at her wristwatch.)\u003c\/em\u003e It’s about nine o’clock.\u003cbr data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2608\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2615\"\u003eDad\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003e(sarcastic)\u003c\/em\u003e: About nine o’clock? 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We left church in lots of time but there was a train crossing the tracks. You must have seen it. After all, you were looking out the window at us as we drove up. And the tracks are just down the block.\u003cbr data-start=\"3236\" data-end=\"3239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3247\"\u003eDad:\u003c\/strong\u003e That is not the point! The fact is that we made an agreement and you did not keep your part of the bargain.\u003cbr data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3358\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3358\" data-end=\"3368\"\u003eMelody\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"3369\" data-end=\"3377\"\u003e(hurt)\u003c\/em\u003e: Dad! Be fair! Because of a train we were eleven minutes late! And it’s not as though we were doing anything wrong. We were at church, Dad, you know that!\u003cbr data-start=\"3532\" data-end=\"3535\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3535\" data-end=\"3543\"\u003eDad:\u003c\/strong\u003e You were with that young Henderson kid! That’s where you were!\u003cbr data-start=\"3606\" data-end=\"3609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3609\" data-end=\"3620\"\u003eMelody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Father, his name is Dan! And yes, I was with Dan. Dan drove me and some of our friends home. Why is that wrong?\u003cbr data-start=\"3732\" data-end=\"3735\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3735\" data-end=\"3743\"\u003eDad:\u003c\/strong\u003e You know that I do not approve of that kid!\u003cbr data-start=\"3787\" data-end=\"3790\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3790\" data-end=\"3801\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eMelody:\u003c\/strong\u003e But why, Dad? You don’t even know him. But you do know his parents. The Hendersons have been going to our church since before Dan or I were born!\u003cbr data-start=\"3947\" data-end=\"3950\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3950\" data-end=\"3958\"\u003eDad:\u003c\/strong\u003e I will say no more! I do not approve of that young man. And I forbid you to see him!\u003cbr data-start=\"4043\" data-end=\"4046\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4046\" data-end=\"4057\"\u003eMelody:\u003c\/strong\u003e See him? What do you mean, see him? Dan drove me and some of my friends home from church! That hardly means that we were out on a date or anything. But I don’t understand, Dad. Why are you treating me like a child?\u003cbr data-start=\"4272\" data-end=\"4275\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4275\" data-end=\"4283\"\u003eDad:\u003c\/strong\u003e I am treating you like a child because you are a child!\u003cbr data-start=\"4339\" data-end=\"4342\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4342\" data-end=\"4353\"\u003eMelody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dad, I’m fifteen.\u003cbr data-start=\"4371\" data-end=\"4374\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4374\" data-end=\"4382\"\u003eDad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes and I’m thirty-nine, and furthermore I’m your father. 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Her dad is successful, admired… and completely unavailable. Conversations are scheduled years in advance, emotions get brushed aside, and connection feels impossible. But then she encounters something different—Paula’s dad. He’s not perfect (far from it—just wait till you see the wardrobe), but he listens. He shows up. He cares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1264\" data-start=\"1207\"\u003eAnd that’s where the heart of this piece begins to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1491\" data-start=\"1266\"\u003eBecause the skit doesn’t stop at human relationships. It gently, almost conversationally, opens the door to a bigger truth: what if God isn’t distant, distracted, or too busy? What if He’s the most approachable Father of all?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1739\" data-start=\"1493\"\u003eThis three-part drama works beautifully for youth services, Father’s Day, or any setting where relationships—and faith—need a fresh, honest look. 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Really nothing too much I suppose! Her dad has just been on TV, being presented with the 'Citizen of the Year' award, that's all.\u003cbr data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"875\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"885\"\u003eNorma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ya, that was great. You must have been awfully proud, especially when he thanked each of his family by name. By the way, he must have been really nervous though, 'cause when he came to you, he called you 'Florence’.\u003cbr data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003ePaula:\u003c\/strong\u003e How's he supposed to know what to call me? We hardly ever talk to each other!\u003cbr data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eNorma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhonda you are exaggerating! By the way, where is your Dad, I'd like to congratulate him.\u003cbr data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1309\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eRhonda:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003e(pointing toward Father)\u003c\/em\u003e Working at his computer right over there.\u003cbr data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eNorma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Where? I can't see him.\u003cbr data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003eRhonda:\u003c\/strong\u003e You have to look hard to see him. See over there, over the mountain of money, around the bend in the golf course, just left of the cocktail party.\u003cbr data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003ePaula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhonda, really, you are in a bad mood. 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Florence, didn't I tell your mother that getting our hands on these shares was just about the best thing that ever happened to us?\u003cbr data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eRhonda:\u003c\/strong\u003e Father my name is Rhonda.\u003cbr data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003eFather:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nonsense child, I'll prove it to you. What is your access code? Oh yes, it\"s 5664. \u003cem data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003e(keys into computer)\u003c\/em\u003e See there, F-L-O-R-E-N-C-E. Just like my Public Relations Director entered in your permanent file. See what else - here is your hair color, color of eyes, shoe size; it's all here! Isn't it great?.\u003cbr data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2431\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003eRhonda:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ya, Dad just great!\u003cbr data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2476\"\u003eFather:\u003c\/strong\u003e Could I ask a favor of you, please Florence? Maybe don't call me Dad. Not too good for the image, you understand. Perhaps Father, or better yet, Sir.\u003cbr data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003eRhonda:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dad, er, Father - er - Sir. 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Memory by memory, we watch a tender, funny tug-of-war between teenage eye-rolls and a father’s steady love. By the final words, the audience is reminded: imperfect parents can still reveal a faithful God. (Ideal for Father’s Day services or family Sundays.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully written by DramaShare Ministries friend, Robyn Berdino for Father's Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e  2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaughter mid 20's to mid 30's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDad mid 40's to mid 50's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e Acts 20:35\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea \"split stage\" where lighting and separation leave the impression that the two actors are in different locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting: \u003c\/strong\u003e2 spots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e  standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe daughter is sitting at a table on one side of the stage, with card \u0026amp; pen, getting ready to sign a father’s day card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe father is sitting in a rocker\/recliner\/chair on the other side, as if reading the card while the daughter is writing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e  Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e     5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eSample Script\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2367\"\u003eThe daughter is sitting at a table on one side of the stage, with card \u0026amp; pen, getting ready to sign a father’s day card. The father is sitting in a rocker\/recliner\/chair on the other side, as if reading the card while the daughter is writing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2491\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003eDaughter:\u003c\/strong\u003e OK, here we go again…father’s day…the perfect card…and this year, it\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003eonly took an hour to pick it out!…not bad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003edad sits down with a pile of mail, and opens the card\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2630\" data-end=\"2633\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2633\" data-end=\"2680\"\u003ewriting on card, speaking aloud while writing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2756\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003eDaughter:\u003c\/strong\u003e (writing) Dear Dad…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"3086\"\u003eWords cannot begin to express what I feel. From the time I was a small\u003cbr\u003echild, I’ve always felt secure in your love. The comfort that came from\u003cbr\u003eclimbing into your big lap, and feeling your strong arms and rough hands\u003cbr\u003ehold me tight. The gentle kisses on my scraped knees. Seeing you kneel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3088\" data-end=\"3434\"\u003ebeside my bed to pray, then pulling my covers up tight around my neck.\u003cbr data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003eYou made me laugh, the way you were able to chase off monsters and\u003cbr\u003etwirl me around. You made time just to play. I now know how tired you\u003cbr\u003ewere after working all day, but you would always pick up a crayon, and\u003cbr\u003ecome into my world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3436\" data-end=\"3539\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3436\" data-end=\"3444\"\u003eDad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unfortunately, I think it was mom who liked to color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3541\" data-end=\"3633\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3541\" data-end=\"3554\"\u003eDaughter:\u003c\/strong\u003e (writing) I know when I was older I wasn’t the ideal teenager. I got into a\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3635\" data-end=\"3775\"\u003elittle trouble…I blew it a few times. (stops writing, thinking aloud) OK,\u003cbr\u003ewell more than a few.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3777\" data-end=\"3857\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3777\" data-end=\"3785\"\u003eDad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Are you kidding, you were nuts! Your mother pulled me back from the\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3859\" data-end=\"3941\"\u003ebrink more times than I care to remember.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3943\" data-end=\"4032\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3943\" data-end=\"3956\"\u003eDaughter:\u003c\/strong\u003e (writing) We both made a lot of mistakes. But you affirmed me, Dad. You\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4034\" data-end=\"4231\"\u003ewere there with me. You praised the things I did well, and the things I\u003cbr\u003edidn’t, well, most of the time you said nothing…but I knew you were\u003cbr\u003edisappointed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4233\" data-end=\"4333\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4233\" data-end=\"4241\"\u003eDad:\u003c\/strong\u003e What an amazing gift, a child’s selective memory!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4335\" data-end=\"4427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4335\" data-end=\"4348\"\u003eDaughter:\u003c\/strong\u003e (writing) And it made me love you because you cared. I never told you that,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4429\" data-end=\"4647\"\u003ebut I wanted you to care. You cared how I would turn out. You cared\u003cbr\u003ewho my friends were. You wanted the best for me. Even though you\u003cbr\u003edrove me absolutely crazy at the time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4743\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4662\"\u003eDaughter:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"4663\" data-end=\"4701\"\u003e(stops writing, just thinking aloud)\u003c\/em\u003e You know, I remember a time when I was a\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4745\" data-end=\"4856\"\u003eteenager, and out to dinner with this guy that Dad wasn’t crazy about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4858\" data-end=\"4942\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4858\" data-end=\"4866\"\u003eDad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oh, I hope she’s forgotten that restaurant incident…definitely went over\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4944\" data-end=\"5005\"\u003ethe brink that time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5007\" data-end=\"5095\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5007\" data-end=\"5020\"\u003eDaughter:\u003c\/strong\u003e I guess he thought we’d been alone long enough, so he just showed up at\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5097\" data-end=\"5187\"\u003ethe restaurant, and plopped right down beside me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5189\" data-end=\"5260\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5189\" data-end=\"5197\"\u003eDad:\u003c\/strong\u003e What’s a dad to do?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5262\" data-end=\"5355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5262\" data-end=\"5275\"\u003eDaughter:\u003c\/strong\u003e I was humiliated! 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Easily staged drama with a great message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e    9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen family:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDad: Kirk (works for Slate Gray)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMom: Rose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaughter, 18: Iris (in love with Buffy Gray)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSon, 11: Sonny (happy boy, looks up to Buffy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGray family:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDad: Slate (Kirk Green’s boss)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMom: Blanche\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaughter, 21:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLamondine Son, 18:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuford III (Buffy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Luke 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e    Stage is laid out with two acting locations, indicating the Green home and the Gray home. This may be controlled strictly by lighting or there may be a partial wall which separates the two locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e    individual spots for each “house” and one for Lamondine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e  Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e    wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e    various Christmas carols played in the background\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e      standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e     Bible (gift wrapped), fake money\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e  the movements, vocal inflections, attitudes of the two families show where each family is coming from: Greens are bubbly, excited, loving while Grays are lethargic, argumentative, unhappy Buffy is kind of half way in between, this to show the effects of his relationship with Iris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e     45 (\u003cem\u003ecan vary depending on music choice\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOpening Scene:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKirk and Slate, coming from back of sanctuary, are leaving the office, mime getting on the bus, coming home after work, walk to front of sanctuary, staying at floor level at stage left position\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlate, \u003cem\u003ebeat\u003c\/em\u003e: Gotta tell you, glad that day’s done!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk, \u003cem\u003ehappy\u003c\/em\u003e: Wasn’t that some day, Slate? That phone just never stopped ringing! You’ll have to open up a new bank account, boss, to hold all the money Henderson Manufacturing is making!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlate: Sure, money coming in, but I’ll be lucky if I make ten cents profit is what! . . . . When is that bus gonna get here?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk,\u003cem\u003e looks at watch\u003c\/em\u003e: Should be along in just a sec . . . oh, there it comes now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKirk and Slate mime getting on bus, standing up, holding on to strap, sway in unison to the movements of the bus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlate: I will never figure out how you put up with riding the bus, Kirk. Only reason I am here is my car is in the shop. You know, you’d think that with five cars for a family of four there would always be an extra one for an emergency like this .. . but oh no, Lamondine loaned out my station wagon to her latest project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: What’s your daughter doing now?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlate: Doing? Lamondine? Lamondine is doing what Lamondine has always done. Sitting around complaining how she can’t get a job “that fits her” and how she can’t possibly live on the allowance I give her. Gotta tell you, by the time I was eighteen I had a full time job. Here she is, twenty-one, and never worked a day in her life. I don’t get it Kirk, how come you have two great kids like those of yours?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: God certainly has blessed us!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlate: Umm, yeh, God . . anyhow, whatever you’ve done, you sure have been lucky. Your Sonny, now that’s a great boy! Did I tell you, he rode his bike clean across town to bring back the cell phone that my son left over at your house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: Sonny likes Buffy a lot, I mean, that is, Buford, Buford.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlate: It’s OK, personally I like Buffy for a name much better, but you know how women are. My wife, she is determined his everyday name’s gonna be Buford the third, just like his birth certificate says. Tell me, what kind of name is Buford the third for a man?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: He’s a good kid, your son.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlate: Hate to admit it but he has really started to come around since he started going out with your daughter Iris. He’s talking about coming into Henderson Manufacturing after college. You gotta know that makes an old dad happy! Like I said, he sure has got his head on straight since he started seeing your daughter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: Iris and Buffy are great friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlate: Hey Dad, wake up and smell the coffee, my son and your daughter are more than just friends. Last six months that they have been dating, all I hear from my son is “Iris said this” and “Iris did that”! Man, your daughter even has my son going to Bible study for Pete’s sake. Now I hear my son has fallen in love with the Bible thumper that leads the Bible study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk, \u003cem\u003esmiles\u003c\/em\u003e: That Bible thumper would be me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlate: Ooops, sorry! But it’s good, Buffy’s come along real good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: My stop coming up. God’s blessings on your Christmas, Slate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlate: Christmas. Don’t remind me, I have to go out tonight and exchange the gift I got for Blanche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: Did you suddenly remember you got the wrong size?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlate: They don’t have wrong sizes in gift certificates. Blanche hit the ceiling when I told her I got the gift certificate at Dregers Department Store; she demanded I return it and get one at Chez Eline. She said only losers shop at Dregers. Where did you get your wife’s gift?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: Dregers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eboth laugh\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: OK, see you Slate. Sure you and Blanche and Lamondine won’t come to church with us this weekend? Rose is directing the junior choir, should be awesome. Buffy and Iris are helping her out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlade: You know, if it were just me, I might just come. You know me, I’m not into this churchy stuff, but might be nice, being Christmas and all. But Blanche would have to see a “Who’s Who” listing of people in your church to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: Remind your wife that Mayor Atkinson and Judge O’Leary both attend Lake Street Community Church.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlade,\u003cem\u003e laughs\u003c\/em\u003e: Never know, that might convince her. But that still leaves Lamondine. And it would take a major miracle to get her to even consider entering a church, it’s just not cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: Well, God is in the miracle business you know. Night Slade, hope to see you at church, 7:30.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlade: Yeh, thanks but like I say . . . whatever. Night Kirk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKirk mimes getting off bus, moves toward “Green house” side of stage (stage left).\u003cbr\u003eSlade watches Kirk walk away, without being obvious Slade moves toward the stage right side of stage miming that the bus is moving in that direction.\u003cbr\u003eSlade is deep in thought, sighing, suddenly realizes it is his bus stop, pulls cord, gets off bus, walks to “Gray house” at stage left side of stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCarol Segment\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGreen Family Intro:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn Green house” location at stage left\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eKirk, Rose, Sonny and Iris are standing around, Rose is not yet on stage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eKirk is wearing his glasses\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: Rose! Rose! Iris, do you know where your mom went?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIris: If I remember when she left like three minutes ago she said she was going to get your winter coat from the basement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: She said that? Funny I didn’t hear her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSonny,\u003cem\u003e pats Kirk on back, smiles\u003c\/em\u003e: Well you know how it is now that you have turned the big Four Oh Pop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIris, \u003cem\u003elaughing\u003c\/em\u003e: Can I warm up your cane Dad?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: I will have you guys know that I am quite OK with being forty!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRose comes on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirk: There you are dear. Rose, I seem to have misplaced my glasses, any chance you saw them when you were cleaning up?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRose, walks to Kirk, pats him on the head: I didn’t see them when cleaning dear, but until I do find them, (baby talk) why not just use the ones on your cute little nose.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"45 \/ 9 \/ Christmas - Dinner Theatre - Family","offer_id":50021243945279,"sku":"colouring-in-christmas-149","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/coloredlights.jpg?v=1731972079"},{"product_id":"christmas-warmth","title":"Christmas Warmth","description":"\u003cp\u003eChristmas cozy feelings about Christmas between mother and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA family tries a Christmas at the cabin. Shouldn't Christmas be more than cozy feelings?\u003cbr\u003eA flame that isn’t extinguished with leftover turkey sandwiches on December 26th.\u003cbr\u003eWhat’s that chorus we sang in church a few weeks ago? \"Refiners fire . . . my heart’s one desire . . . is to be holy . . . set apart for You, my Master . . . ready to do your will.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e  1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoman, wife, mother, likely in 20's to 30's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e Luke 2\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e  bare\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003espotlight would be good\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e  wireless mics if available\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSong: \u003c\/strong\u003e \"Refiner's Fire\" referred to, not necessarily sung\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCostumes: \u003c\/strong\u003estandard\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProps: \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e   none|\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:   8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe scene opens, spotlight up on center stage.  Actor enters stage, talking to herself.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActor: \u003cem\u003e(Shivers)\u003c\/em\u003e Brr! It’s cold in here! You would think we’re back in the 1900’s without heat and all! I think I can see my breath! Some Christmas Eve this is – no heat and no family to keep me warm!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOh, I guess I’m only alone for a couple of hours, I shouldn’t complain really. Once Jeff and the kids get back with some firewood, our Christmas will really begin. I still can’t believe Jeff went for this idea – having Christmas out at the cabin. He said, ‘oh, no! We can’t have Christmas away from home! Think of all the traditions we can’t do out at the cabin!’ Well, I guess Jeff’s yearly batch of green egg nog will have to be put on hold for this year. Shucks! So, here we are at the cabin for Christmas – but without any firewood!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can’t seem to stop shivering! It’s not really that cold outside, but it feels colder because it’s so empty in here. Once the family shows up, then things will really warm up. Glad I brought my favorite sweater, though. Aunt Marie made this for me 11 years ago, and I wear it every Christmas since. There’s something about being warm and cozy at Christmas. It just makes you feel all snug and secure, and that everything in the world can just wait for a day or two while we enjoy the warmth of Christmas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAh, that’s Christmas – that warm and cozy feeling. They say Christmas is for children, so maybe that’s where that feeling of wanting to be cozy comes from. I suppose my psychiatrist-husband would give me a long explanation of how we wish we could return to our. . .\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"8 \/ 1","offer_id":49960350581055,"sku":"christmas-warmth-148","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/warmth.jpg?v=1731437959"},{"product_id":"christmas-traditions","title":"Christmas Traditions","description":"\u003cp\u003eChristmas \"in the old south.\"\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.stockphotosecrets.com\/index.cfm?\/imagedetails_EN\u0026amp;imgid=102933780\u0026amp;extintcode=0\u0026amp;CFID=27238607\u0026amp;CFTOKEN=35659493\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" border=\"0\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg35\/pv\/IsignstockContributors\/ISS_16682_06337.jpg?token=2Fz37pTpv5sBCxCTi6-cE9TiU1jUggy61E2ORL_o8Do\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=59\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" class=\"alignright lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg35\/pv\/IsignstockContributors\/ISS_16682_06337.jpg?token=2Fz37pTpv5sBCxCTi6-cE9TiU1jUggy61E2ORL_o8Do\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=59\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn adorable comedy as Mr and Mrs Beauregard Crudgemuffin celebrate the season in their special way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by Michael Wright and Ane Mulligan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e     5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeauregard Crudgemuffin an old-money Southern gentleman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMargaret Crudgemuffin, Beau’s wife, a sheltered Southern belle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScarlett Loblolly, Margaret’s first cousin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoodman, the Crudgemuffins’ English butler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForsythia Wentworth Loblolly, Margaret’s mother.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Luke 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e     Living room of the Crudgemuffin manse. Woodman is holding a skein of tinsel between his two outstretched hands, at Margaret’s decorative disposal. Beau is assisting - slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e    none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e      standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e      none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e   none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e  35\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMargaret: Oh, Beauregard. 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I’m happy I could afford you some amusement ..at my expense, my little Christmas cactus. As I recall, your Daddy’s dogs weren’t much good for the cat either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(doorbell)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMargaret: Oh, my! Perhaps its carolers. \u003cem\u003e(looks at her watch)\u003c\/em\u003e At noon?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoodman: Allow me, madam. \u003cem\u003e(He tosses the rest of the tinsel at once on the tree and exits. Marg looks at Bo in amazed approval, as if that was the perfect touch)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Scarlet sails in as if upon a cloud of good cheer)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScarlet: A spectacular pre-winter felicitation to my two favorite kin! 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I have always eagerly anticipated the wonders of Christmas: long lines of testy shoppers, sale prices that are drastically reduced from the grossly inflated prices of summer, wonderful new toys with ten AM Christmas Day warranty, and opportunities to give heartfelt gifts which can be exchanged for what loved ones actually wanted in the first place: . . . . money!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLorna:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oh my, sounds like we have a Scrooge in our midst. All we need are a couple of “bah-humbugs” and we are home free! I have never heard you talk like this before Mary, something wrong?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wrong? Does it sound like there is something wrong?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLorna:\u003c\/strong\u003e I am gonna take a flyer on this one and say . . . yep. So spill it!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMary:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will feel the same when you get to my age Lorna! 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I can’t go another step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRebecca:\u003c\/strong\u003e You must, MaryJane, we can’t stop here, dear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaryJane:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you only knew how much this hurts, you wouldn’t talk about going a little further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRebecca:\u003c\/strong\u003e MaryJane, I am your mother. I gave birth to you, remember. I know firsthand how painful childbirth is. And don’t believe them when they say it gets easier with each pregnancy. You were my youngest of six. I want to tell you that your birth was not a walk in the park.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaryJane:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sorry, Mother, it’s just that I . . . How much further?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElizabeth:\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s not far at all dear, just down the road. Here, lean on me. We will rest here a minute, catch your breath. We can make it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaryJane:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, I know we can Mother Ellsworth. Will you look at me, here I am complaining, and I am blessed to have both my mother and mother-in-law along to help me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRebecca:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are a stubborn woman, daughter of mine! When the wagon wheel was broken going through that creek bed, there was no convincing you to ride on old Nell, was there?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaryJane:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mother, of all the locations I may fear for my first child to be born, the worst would be sitting on that old bay mare somewhere in the middle of Smith County, Texas!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElizabeth:\u003c\/strong\u003e I could have cried for you when that wagon wheel broke. I have always loved and admired you, dear one, ever since my son brought you home as his bride. 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We will find a place to rest tonight, then tomorrow we will go to the hospital and collect Joseph, and bring him back home where he can best gain his strength.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"20 \/ 4","offer_id":49946325713215,"sku":"christmas--new-beginnings-143","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/newbeginnings.jpg?v=1730854090"},{"product_id":"harvest-party","title":"Harvest Party","description":"\u003cp\u003eHalloween actually can be a fun and instructive time for kids, as this \"sing along\" proves, without the dark side which some Halloween practices promote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTeach children the positive messages of Halloween, (harvest, preparation for winter, cooler weather, to name a few). 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Can’t count on the adults of today!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an off-the-wall comedy that develops into a deeply moving story of the cruel Calvary cross.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 m or f\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDad m, middle age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMom, f middle age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrankie, m or f, teen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDylan, m or f, teen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBobby, m or f, teen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdgar the egg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWilly the rabbit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOSV offstage voice of Jesus, male strong voice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luke 27-28\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e blank\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSong:\u003c\/strong\u003e Christ The Lord Is Risen Today, \u003cem\u003eCharles Wesley \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=9khJXoL9QGk\"\u003eavailable on internet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e spots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e clouds, bright star, stable, empty manger, Jesus walking, baptism, flogging, on the cross, lightning bolt, crash of thunder, sound of cloth tearing, brilliant light, empty tomb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-umbrella\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e egg costume for Edgar, rabbit costume for Willy, all others normal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-couch\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSample Script\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrankie, Dylan and Bobby come onstage, talking, upset \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie: \u003c\/strong\u003e  Well I warned Dad that we simply must not be late for the Easter program, but you know how adults are!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Last minute every time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBobby:  \u003c\/strong\u003e I’ll tell you, makes a kid wonder what the present generation of parents is coming to! . .  I mean it’s Easter, one of the most important celebrations of the year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan: \u003c\/strong\u003e Strange you should say that Bobby! . .  I noticed how they seem to operate. I don’t like to always be bringing up the subject, as you know nagging is not my style, but . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie:   \u003c\/strong\u003e Drives me crazy actually, I mean , here I am, trying to set a good example and . it seems the whole thing blows up in my face. .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie: \u003c\/strong\u003eI can handle a blow-up but it’s the silent treatment parents seem to be into nowadays!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan: \u003c\/strong\u003eTo me it’s their ever-present comments . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie: \u003c\/strong\u003e Oh I know where you are going with this one! The standard response is:\u003cbr\u003e“Why do we have to do that, none of the parents of our friends have to do that!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan: \u003c\/strong\u003e I hear you Frankie, the general comment seems to be: “Do you realize how this makes me look like such a loser around my friends?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBobby: \u003c\/strong\u003e Or another favorite comeback is always: “Why should we have to have all these rules?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan: \u003c\/strong\u003e  Or when Mom says, “You didn’t tell me there a was a curfew!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie: \u003c\/strong\u003eIf I had a dollar for every time I hear my Mom say, “Why can’t you just trust me once in a while?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan:\u003c\/strong\u003e   Or, “I’m sure you never told me more than 3 times this week that I had to put money in your school lunch account!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBobby: \u003c\/strong\u003e  Like I always say, with adults it’s in one ear, out the other!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan: \u003c\/strong\u003e  I have a good mind to use my friend Angela’s cure for parental indifference! . . \u003cstrong\u003eNo TV, no video games for a week\u003c\/strong\u003e . . . after which Angela said she saw some improvement in her Mom’s attitude and the improved output of her Dad’s work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie: \u003c\/strong\u003e  That is quite amazing! I know there were times when Angela had pretty much given up on her Dad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan:  \u003c\/strong\u003eIt was no bed of roses, for sure. Angela said her Dad sulked a lot, and tried deal-making, but I have to hand it to Angela, she stuck to her guns!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBobby, \u003cem\u003eshakes head, frustrated\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt shouldn’t have to get to these kind of tense moments I mean, come on! . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie:\u003c\/strong\u003e I keep thinking . .  where did we go so wrong?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan: \u003c\/strong\u003e   I’m pickin’ up what you are layin’ down Frankie . . I mean, we never acted like this back in the day, did we?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie: \u003c\/strong\u003e Back then we showed some respect for our youngers! . . . I mean, seems like a simple answer isn’t enough anymore! Every decision has to be debated, sometimes for hours and . .  I mean, it ends up a fractured relationship all around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBobby:  \u003c\/strong\u003e You guys should have heard the screaming erupting from my room last Wednesday . .  I suggested Dad try to see his Worker Counselor at work during recess . . . I mean . . \u003cstrong\u003ewell!\u003c\/strong\u003e . . . You’d’a thought I had asked him to climb Mount Everest!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan: \u003c\/strong\u003eParents seem to have a closed mind about their options! . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBobby: \u003c\/strong\u003eMostly I’d have to say Mom and Dad have a level-headed approach to things, but lately their consideration of alternative views on Easter, . .  well, let’s just say . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie: \u003c\/strong\u003e Shhhhh! . . Here comes Mom and Dad now!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan: \u003c\/strong\u003e  Oh brother, and they aren’t alone!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBobby:  \u003c\/strong\u003e Don’t react, just play along.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMom \u0026amp; Dad come on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDad:   \u003c\/strong\u003eHey guys, you will never guess who your Mom and I met today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie:\u003c\/strong\u003e    Please tell me it’s not another dog!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBobby: \u003c\/strong\u003e And we already have 6 cats!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMom: \u003c\/strong\u003e Nooooo, your Dad and I brought back an egg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie: \u003c\/strong\u003e  This just in, we have an abundant supply of eggs, waiting right here in our refrigerator!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDad: \u003c\/strong\u003e Oh but this is a very special egg, he stands for all this season is about!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBobby: \u003c\/strong\u003e   You would likely be speaking of winter . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan:  \u003c\/strong\u003eCould be even springish  . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMom: \u003c\/strong\u003e  Dylan, don’t you remember when we would watch the parade on TV . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie: \u003c\/strong\u003e You brought Santa Claus home with you?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan:  \u003c\/strong\u003eMy guess is Santa would be too busy making all the toys . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie \u0026amp; Bobby, \u003cem\u003ein unison\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor good girls and boys . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDad:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Maybe this will help you remember . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Mom \u0026amp; Dad hold hands, do a Fred \u0026amp; Ginger soft shoe, badly, sing in unison)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDad \u0026amp; Mom, \u003cem\u003esing\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe’ll be the proudest couple in the hum hum parade!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan: \u003c\/strong\u003e Mom, you are\u003cstrong\u003e not \u003c\/strong\u003egoing to allow my father to dance in public!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie:\u003c\/strong\u003e   We are still trying to live down Dad’s racing through our neighborhood on his imaginary horse, shouting out “The British are coming!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBobby:  \u003c\/strong\u003e  I am as easy-going as the next kid but enough is enough!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMom, \u003cem\u003eto Dad\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ron, bring in Edgar, please dear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDad moves quickly to edge of stage comes back leading Edgar Egg\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDad:  \u003c\/strong\u003eKids, welcome Edgar the Easter Egg to our home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankie:  \u003c\/strong\u003e And the thrills just keep on coming . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMom goes to opposite stage side, comes back leading Willy Wabbit who hops on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMom:  \u003c\/strong\u003eKids, aren’t you just thrilled to have Willy the Wabbit with us?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylan:  \u003c\/strong\u003e Willy . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBobby \u0026amp; Frankie, \u003cem\u003eunderwhelmed, in unison\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e the . 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Daughter Betty Anderson and the Davis’ son Robbie end up picketing a business which is owned by, (you likely guessed this already), the Anderson and Davis family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd to further complicate things, son Bud Anderson is the reporter on assignment from the local school newspaper to cover the grand opening of the business, and when covering the event he collides egos with his girlfriend’s mother.\u003cbr\u003eThis two-scene drama works well for dinner theatre, useful for Father’s, Mother’s or family day celebrations.\u003cbr\u003eLots of comedy fun and a transportation back to the 50's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e  11 \u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJim Anderson\u003c\/strong\u003e, father\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret Anderson\u003c\/strong\u003e, mother\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetty Anderson\u003c\/strong\u003e, daughter, late teen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBud Anderson\u003c\/strong\u003e, son, mid teen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKathy Anderson\u003c\/strong\u003e, daughter approx 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEd Davis\u003c\/strong\u003e, neighbor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMyrtle Davis\u003c\/strong\u003e, Ed’s wife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobbie Davis\u003c\/strong\u003e, their son, late teen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJoyce Kendall\u003c\/strong\u003e, Bud’s girlfriend, mid teen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKendra Kendall\u003c\/strong\u003e, Joyce’s mother, ABC Network News reporter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorace Henderson\u003c\/strong\u003e, oil company executive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional, no speaking lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHotdog vendor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBand members\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epicketers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e Exodus 20\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScene I is in the Anderson’s living room, usual furniture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScene II is at a service station, backdrop of gas pumps, gas station signs.\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso “UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP” sign and picket signs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003espots will be helpful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e  Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics as available, pre-recorded Christmas marching music\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e  none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003e  none\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e   1950’s attire, Jim’s sweater with leather elbow patches, band uniforms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e  hula hoops, magazines, eggs, microphones for reporters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScene I\u003c\/strong\u003e – Anderson Living Room\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs the scene opens Margaret, (reading Ladies Home Journal), Betty (doing homework, and Bud (reading Sports Illustrated, Kathy laying on  floor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetty:\u003c\/strong\u003e The modern world of medicine is so fascinating! Just one breakthrough after another!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret: \u003c\/strong\u003eYes Betty, certainly we are privileged; life in the 1950’s is the greatest time in history in the greatest country in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dr. Jonas Salk has just developed a vaccine for polio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKathy:\u003c\/strong\u003e There’s a new fun park called Disneyland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBud: \u003c\/strong\u003eFord is designing an awesome new car, they’re gonna call it the Edsel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKathy: \u003c\/strong\u003eEdsel? Why would anyone call a car an Edsel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret: \u003c\/strong\u003eEdsel Ford was the son of Henry Ford. . . . 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Silly Putty’s the best ever!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBud: \u003c\/strong\u003eHow can you compare a sleek and stylish automobile to some goofy chunk of . .  something that just lays there and does nothing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKathy, \u003cem\u003eangry\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Silly Putty is not goofy, . .  now you take that back Bud Anderson!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBud: \u003c\/strong\u003eI will not take it back ‘cause it's true.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKathy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is not!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBud:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret:\u003c\/strong\u003e Children! . . . Stop that arguing! . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKathy: \u003c\/strong\u003eWell, Mommy, Bud started it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBud: \u003c\/strong\u003eI did not, you said that dopey Silly Putty was more popular than the finest car in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKathy:\u003c\/strong\u003e And you said my Silly Putty is goofy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBud:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well it is goofy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKathy: \u003c\/strong\u003eIs not!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBud:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJim comes on stage, removing suit coat and putting on a sweater, cross to Margaret, kiss\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret:\u003c\/strong\u003e Welcome home dear, how was your supper meeting?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJim,\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003esmile\u003c\/em\u003e: Well, I thought the restaurant was hectic and noisy but from the sounds coming out of our home I guess it was relatively quiet at the restaurant tonight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sorry dear, Bud and Kathy were having a little disagreement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJim:\u003c\/strong\u003e If that was a little disagreement I wouldn’t want to hear a major argument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKathy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well Daddy, Bud called Silly Putty goofy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBud:\u003c\/strong\u003e That’s ‘cause you said lousy things about the incredible Edsel car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJim: \u003c\/strong\u003eWell the way things are going we might not need to worry about an Edsel or any other car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhat do you mean dear?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJim:\u003c\/strong\u003e I filled my car with gas at the PerformanceGas gas station on the way home tonight and, Margaret, do you realize gas at the pumps is now twenty cents a gallon? 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Even Jesus, in His humanity, faced the weight of wanting to give up. “The Honour of Wanting to Quit” is a moving reminder that love, when surrendered to God, can begin again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e  2, 1m, 1w\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e Luke 19:41\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Breakfast table with dishes, chairs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003estandard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ewireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSong: \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e none\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e  standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e   none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e  10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1898\" data-start=\"1694\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1702\" data-start=\"1694\"\u003eJoan\u003c\/strong\u003e is preparing breakfast. \u003cem data-end=\"1896\" data-start=\"1727\"\u003eAfter a short time, Frank comes on stage, yawning, stretching, paying no attention to Joan. He picks up a newspaper and reads it. Joan looks at Frank, frowns, unhappy.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2160\" data-start=\"1900\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1909\" data-start=\"1900\"\u003eJoan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, Frank, I agree, it is a simply gorgeous morning.\u003cbr data-end=\"1966\" data-start=\"1963\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2158\" data-start=\"1966\"\u003eFrank mutters something unintelligible, doesn’t put paper down. Joan looks at Frank in disgust, shakes her head, pours herself coffee, sits down. Joan looks around, more angry by the minute.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2327\" data-start=\"2162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2171\" data-start=\"2162\"\u003eJoan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes Frank, I had an absolutely wonderful night, thank you so much for asking.\u003cbr data-end=\"2252\" data-start=\"2249\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2325\" data-start=\"2252\"\u003eAgain, no reaction from Frank other than mumbling. Joan now is furious.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4086\" data-start=\"2329\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2338\" data-start=\"2329\"\u003eJoan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frank, would it be too much to ask that you at least speak to me?\u003cbr data-end=\"2407\" data-start=\"2404\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2416\" data-start=\"2407\"\u003eFrank\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"2458\" data-start=\"2417\"\u003e(lowers paper a little, peers over top)\u003c\/em\u003e: Wha… what is it, dear?\u003cbr data-end=\"2485\" data-start=\"2482\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2494\" data-start=\"2485\"\u003eJoan:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is it? Is it possible to at least get some semblance of awareness that I am sharing this house with you?\u003cbr data-end=\"2607\" data-start=\"2604\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2617\" data-start=\"2607\"\u003eFrank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sorry hon, I was just reading about the Branchcom merger here—they’re trying to…\u003cbr data-end=\"2701\" data-start=\"2698\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2710\" data-start=\"2701\"\u003eJoan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honestly Frank, I could not care less whether Branchcom merged or dropped off the face of the earth.\u003cbr data-end=\"2814\" data-start=\"2811\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2824\" data-start=\"2814\"\u003eFrank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Considering the fact that over half of our investments and our tomorrows are tied up in Branchcom, I suggest you just may want to get concerned!\u003cbr data-end=\"2972\" data-start=\"2969\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2981\" data-start=\"2972\"\u003eJoan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tomorrows? What’s tomorrow? For that matter, what’s today?\u003cbr data-end=\"3043\" data-start=\"3040\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3053\" data-start=\"3043\"\u003eFrank:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are in some kind of funk? What’s the problem?\u003cbr data-end=\"3106\" data-start=\"3103\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3115\" data-start=\"3106\"\u003eJoan:\u003c\/strong\u003e The problem? Frank, we are the problem.\u003cbr data-end=\"3158\" data-start=\"3155\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3168\" data-start=\"3158\"\u003eFrank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Care to elaborate?\u003cbr data-end=\"3190\" data-start=\"3187\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3199\" data-start=\"3190\"\u003eJoan:\u003c\/strong\u003e To elaborate we need to use words, and Frank, lately the only words between us are when we are fighting.\u003cbr data-end=\"3307\" data-start=\"3304\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3317\" data-start=\"3307\"\u003eFrank:\u003c\/strong\u003e I see, so we are fighting now?\u003cbr data-end=\"3351\" data-start=\"3348\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3360\" data-start=\"3351\"\u003eJoan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Don’t treat me like one of your employees, Frank. In case you have forgotten, I am your wife.\u003cbr data-end=\"3457\" data-start=\"3454\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3467\" data-start=\"3457\"\u003eFrank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well, that being the case, Joan, that would then make me your husband, wouldn’t it? So perhaps you may want to treat me like your husband.\u003cbr data-end=\"3609\" data-start=\"3606\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"3618\" data-start=\"3609\"\u003eJoan:\u003c\/strong\u003e That would be much easier if you were around from time to time. 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You can still grab this individual script and bring it to life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare Ministries","offers":[{"title":"10 \/ 2 \/ Marriage - Everyday - Family - Comedy","offer_id":51700618658111,"sku":"the-honor-of-wanting-to-quit-3997","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/honorofwantingtoquit.jpg?v=1771788056"},{"product_id":"christmas-wax-on-my-finger","title":"Christmas Wax On My Finger","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn unlikely family, the Barones of TV’s “Everybody Loves Raymond” attend an advent celebration in church. With much humour and many blunders the family investigate what advent means and why it is a necessary part of the church calendar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome appropriate music is suggested in the script\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e    10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFrank Barone (senior)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewife Marie  (senior)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eson Raymond (mid 40’s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirector (m or f)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edaughter-in-law Debra (mid 40’s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egranddaughter Ally (late teen)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egrandson Michael (twin early\/mid teen)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egrandson Geoffrey (twin early\/mid teen)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffstage narrator1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffstage Narrator2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Luke 1:68-75\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses the body and stage in the sanctuary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeats for the 4 major actors are installed at one side of the church stage in such a way that their reactions can be seen by the audience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrandchildren perform on the church stage and at a small table holding the wreath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrators are offstage (optionally onstage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e     standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e  Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e    wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvent hymns or songs of director’s choosing will be inserted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamples:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoy To The World\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eO Come Oh Come Emmanuel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCome Thou Long Expected Jesus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLove Comes Down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreath Of Heaven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e   casual to dress clothing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elighter for candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWreath and candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividual candles for actors and congregation, (real or electronic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e     55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrank, Marie are entering sanctuary from the rear\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarie:        Hurry Frank, you are gonna make us late . . again!-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrank:        I’m comin’, I’m comin’! . . .  Beats me why we gotta go to this Christmas thing!\u003cbr\u003eAnd if this is a Christmas thing, where is the Christmas tree . . . and the manger?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRay \u0026amp; Debra follow along behind, looking around, very self-conscious \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRay:         Look guys . .  Mom . .  Dad . . . You guys are kinda like making a scene . . .  making us all look like . . . I dunno, . . . morons maybe?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(to various unidentified people in the audience)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood evening lady! . .  Nice dress . . . Ummm . . scarf I guess it is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDebra, \u003cem\u003eto unidentified people in audience\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eExcuse us, we are just going up to our seats way up at the front there. . . .\u003cbr\u003eSorry we are late getting here, \u003cem\u003e(withering look at Ray)\u003c\/em\u003e, I was ready but Raymond . . .  \u003cem\u003e(angry)\u003c\/em\u003e . . . that’s my husband . . . Raymond had to check out the score of a hockey game before we left the house and . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRay:         Not just . . . \u003cstrong\u003ea\u003c\/strong\u003e . . . hockey game! . . . The Rangers are tied in the standings with the Ducks! . . . No way any ice hockey team oughta be allowed in California where the only ice is in . . like . .  McDonalds drinks! . . . And to call the team the . . . Mighty Ducks . . . is . . . un-hockey, that’s what. I swear Gordie Howe must be in turning over in his grave is what!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrank:        Never mind Gordie Howe! . . .  How about Bill Mosienko? . . .  Mosienko was some hockey player I tell ya and . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDebra:       Will you two button it up so we can get to our seats? This is all your fault Raymond!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarie:        Well Debra . . .  let’s be honest here . . .  We first got behind when I had to rescue you with my chicken parmesan  . . . \u003cstrong\u003eagain\u003c\/strong\u003e . . . after you served that unfortunate stew concoction!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDebra, \u003cem\u003eangry\u003c\/em\u003e:  It was beef wellington Marie!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarie:        Whatever dear. . . . But I noticed how Raymond’s eyes lit up when he saw my chicken parmesan! . . . Didn’t you Raymond dear?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRay:         It was really quite a . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDebra, \u003cem\u003einterrupts with a cough\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRay:         It was really quite a . . . wonderful day . .  was what I was gonna say. . . honest, I was really gonna say . . . wonderful day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDebra:       Just once if you could just stand up to your overbearing mother!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrank:        Overbearing? . . . You guys don’t know the half of it, try livin’ with her 24\/7!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarie:        Come on, all of you, . .  \u003cem\u003e(points upstage)\u003c\/em\u003e. . .  there’s our seats. . .  Remember my grandchildren are the key actors in this Christmas program. . . .\u003cbr\u003eCertainly Ally gets her theatrical talent from my side of the family.\u003cbr\u003eAs for Michael and Geoffrey, . . . . their . . . shall we say . . . talents . . . reflect your side of the family Debra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDebra:       I will have you know my grand aunt Arleen Whelan appeared in 25 movies!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrank:        Here we are, sit down, kids are coming on stage, hush!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDirector, Ally, Michael and Geoffrey come onstage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRay:         Hey Ally, lookin’ good! . . . Michael, Geoffrey, break a leg out there, OK?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeoffrey:     Hey Dad, thanks for the bear claw you gave me!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGeoffrey takes messy danish out of his pocket, portions fall on the floor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDebra:       You actually gave Geoffrey a danish to bring when you knew he was going to be on stage? . . . 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son!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlanderson:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhatever!… Next, we have Grundy (Grundeen) Grumpmeister, vice-president of the Dark Side Coalition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrundy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eGood to be here, Flanderson… although it would be nice if the chairs were a smidge more comfy.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlanderson:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou do see the negative in everything, don’t you, Grumpy… errr, Grundy.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrundy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe in Dark Side Coalition can see downsides others can’t.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlanderson (raises eyebrows):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRiiiiiiight!\u003cbr\u003eNext, we have Harriet 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Flanderson speaks louder.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlanderson:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eUhhh… Harriet!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Still no reaction, speaks louder.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlanderson:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHarriet!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Harriet comes to life, looks around, stretches.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarriet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSomeone call?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlanderson:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eI was welcoming you, Harriet.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarriet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWelcoming me to… what exactly?… And who are you?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlanderson:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eI am Flanderson Glooper from BNN, and you are part of the panel in our focus group discussion of “The Attitude of Gratitude”…\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColonel J:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eI still say that’s a namby pamby name y’alls have for this namby pamby focus group… Goodness knows I offered to bail you out, Spandersman Trooper…\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlanderson (angry):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMY name is Flanderson Trooper… I mean Glooper!\u003cbr\u003eAnd “Attitude of Gratitude” is not a namby pamby name, and this focus group is not namby pamby, OK?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColonel J:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhatever, son.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlanderson (angry):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eYes, whatever indeed!\u003cbr\u003eNow, where were we?\u003cbr\u003eOh yes, introducing Harriet.\u003cbr\u003eNow then, Harriet…\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Harriet is spaced out again, Flanderson speaks louder.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlanderson:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHarriet!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Harriet comes to life, looks around, stretches.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarriet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSomeone call?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlanderson:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eI am Flanderson Glooper from BNN, and you are part of the panel in our focus group discussion of “The Attitude of Gratitude”…\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(evil look at Colonel J)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot a word, Colonel J!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFinally, we have Gracie Grateful from the local Elm Street Community Church.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGracie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eI am grateful to be here, Flanderson!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColonel J:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eNow just what for y’alls brought someone from some namby pamby church? All’s that Gracie Goodgrief is a’gonna do is trot around screamin’ out “Hallelujahs” and “Praise the Lords”!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGracie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eColonel J, my name is Gracie Grateful, and it’s my hope that I can bring something useful to this forum from a Godly perspective.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrundy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eGracie, all you bring is some worn-out Christian cliché “glass half full” perspective. We all know the glass is half empty at the very best of times!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGracie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSurely you see the good around us, don’t you, Mr. Grumpmeister?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrundy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf there were any good, I would be the first to comment on it!… But for now, good news isn’t on anyone’s horizon.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarriet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMay I make a comment, please?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlanderson:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eI would be forever grateful if you would!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarriet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMy comment is I am bored. 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Margaret and Billy join her, and Billy struggles to remember the occasion. Once he realizes it’s Mother’s Day, he admits he hasn’t planned anything, as his dad usually just pays for gifts. Billy then recalls his mom mentioning she wanted a mop and bucket, which Janie and Margaret find unacceptable. Margaret encourages Billy to think of a gift that truly shows appreciation. Through the conversation, Billy realizes that his mom is special every day and that he should express his gratitude regularly—not just on Mother’s Day. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 (m or f, likely youth)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ephesians 6:1-3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e bare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e standard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSong:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e none\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e none\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e standard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e magazines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e none\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime: \u003c\/strong\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of Script:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eJanie comes onstage, sits, goes through magazines, mumbles, shakes head, more pages.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJanie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e That is super sure something she would not want!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(turns pages)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd this even I couldn’t want!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(turns pages)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere do old people come up with these ideas?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(turns pages)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEwwww!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(turns pages)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd this is just real bad!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eBilly \u0026amp; Margaret come onstage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hey Janie, whatcha doing?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJanie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Getting more and more upset with finding a present is what, Margaret!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If you’re lookin’ for a present for me I could give you some real cool ideas Janie.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJanie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Just exactly why would I ever want to go and get a present for you Billy Thompson?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Just tryin’ to be helpful is what Janie. . . . So whose birthday is it Janie?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJanie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nobody’s birthday that I know.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Then why a present?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Think Billy! . . . What big important day is coming up?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Let’s see, it’s not Christmas. . . And I already had my birthday. . . . Sorry, I can’t think of any important days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Anyone in your house that might be having a special day?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well my little brother lost a tooth but I’m not gonna go get him a present for that!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJanie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It’s your mother Billy Thompson!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e My Mom lost a tooth?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJanie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You know something Billy Thompson? . . . Sometimes you are such a pain!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e That’s not a nice thing to say Janie.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thanks for stickin’ up for me Margaret.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJanie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e So, Margaret, you don’t think Billy Thompson is sometimes a pain?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Billy Thompson is ‘most always a pain, I just don’t think you should come out and say so.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thanks again . . I think, Margaret. . . . Anyhow is anyone gonna tell me what special day is happenin’?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJanie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wake up Billy Thompson! . . It’s Mother’s Day, a day to do ‘specially nice things for your Mom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e What did you get special for your mom Billy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly, thinks:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well .. . it’s . . . it’s . . . kind of hard to describe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJanie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You didn’t get one thing for your mom, did you Billy Thompson?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well, Dad’s been very busy, what with hockey playoffs on and all.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJanie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e What’s your dad’s hockey got to do with you getting your mom a Mothers Day present Billy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e See, may Dad and me we got a special thing going about buyin’ presents for my Mom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargaret:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Awww that’s nice Billy! Your Dad helps out with gift ideas for what your Mom would like, right?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No actually my Dad helps out with his credit card.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e DramaShare members get this complete script— and access to our entire library—free! Not a member? You can still grab this individual script and bring it to life.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"6 \/ 3 \/ Moms - Mother's Day - Comedy - Family","offer_id":50480594878783,"sku":"moms-are-special-3984","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/momsspecial2.jpg?v=1744941972"},{"product_id":"mom-you-rock","title":"Mom You Rock!","description":"\u003cp\u003eMothers indeed are awesome and they do \"rock\" in more ways than one.\u003cimg class=\"alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg39\/pv\/IsignstockContributors\/iss_12137_00087.jpg?token=e_DQw3tXsVXhEJTPZMibsPMdCBqYEDEwvVutcKVcV9A\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=59\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\"\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg39\/pv\/IsignstockContributors\/iss_12137_00087.jpg?token=e_DQw3tXsVXhEJTPZMibsPMdCBqYEDEwvVutcKVcV9A\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=59\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA group of children are discussing their mothers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA comedy with a strong family message, suitable for Mother's Day or any day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e   5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecould be boys or girls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBilly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTodd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReggie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohnny\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCedric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Luke 1:42\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e  bare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e    wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e    none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e  standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e   none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e   none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSample of script\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBilly, Todd and Reggie come on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hey Todd, Reggie, how’s things?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTodd:\u003c\/strong\u003e Going good, wanna play baseball with me?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Come on Todd, can’t play baseball with just three people, everybody knows that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReggie:\u003c\/strong\u003e Besides we don’t got a ball. . . Or a bat even.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTodd:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well here comes Johnny, he lives just around the block, Johnny can run home and get a ball and bat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJohnny comes on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReggie:\u003c\/strong\u003e Johnny, if you wanna run home and get a ball and bat us guys might let you play ball with us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohnny:\u003c\/strong\u003e You guys don’t have a ball or bat?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nope we don’t Johnny so what say you go on home, quick-like and bring us back a ball and bat, OK Johnny?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReggie:\u003c\/strong\u003e Like I said kid, you get the ball and bat and us big guys might just let you play baseball with us big kids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohnny:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seems to me, seein’s how you big kids don’t got a ball or a bat, if me, the little kid, don’t get a ball and a bat, why there just ain’t gonna be no baseball game, way I see it. . . So way I figure it, lettin’ me play ball with you big kids ain’t so much you lettin’ me play as me makin’ it possible for you big guys playin’ your own selves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTodd:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whatever little kid, . . now just you run on home and get us your ball and bat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohnny:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not gonna happen Todd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fact is Johnny, you shouldn’t be going around talking back to your elders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohnny:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elders? . . Where at is my elders at?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Me and Todd and Reggie, we’re your elders, us bein’ older and all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohnny:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give me a break Billy, you guys are two years older than me, hardly makes you my grandparents! . . . But no matter, I can’t go back home anyways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReggie:\u003c\/strong\u003e And reason for that would be?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohnny:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mom’s spring cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Say no more Johnny! . . No guy wants to step into that hornet’s nest!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCedric comes on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTodd:\u003c\/strong\u003e Here comes Cedric, maybe he’s got a ball and bat, ya think?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e We are talkin’ Cedric here . . . old Cedric he could never figure out baseball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTodd:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cedric could never figure out walking and chewing gum at the same time, but I just figure maybe he could have an old ball and bat laying around somewhere. \u003cem\u003e(to Reggie)\u003c\/em\u003e Reggie, you know Cedric kinda, a bit, you go on and ask Cedric maybe he had a ball and bat why doncha?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReggie:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hey Cedric, you happen to have an old ball and bat around that us guys could use for playing baseball maybe?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCedric:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sorry guys, I am much too busy to play a game with you. Besides, fact is, I am not real athletic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTodd:\u003c\/strong\u003e We noticed . . . but fact is all we really need from you is the ball and bat, we can take it from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCedric:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whoever can think of playing games when we are about to celebrate the big occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohnny:\u003c\/strong\u003e What big occasion is that Cedric?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCedric:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biggest day of the year next to Christmas is what.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReggie:\u003c\/strong\u003e What’s biggest day of the year next to Christmas?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e What Cedric is talking about is end of school. . . \u003cem\u003e(dreamy)\u003c\/em\u003e . . . There was times this year I didn’t think I would make it until school bein’ over, for a fact!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCedric:\u003c\/strong\u003e What you talking about Billy, no one wants to see the end of school coming around. . . Breaks my heart to see summer holidays!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly, Reggie, Todd \u0026amp; Johnny together:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou need serious help Cedric!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCedric:\u003c\/strong\u003e What I am talking about is Mother’s Day . . and I don’t have a present for my Mom yet. . . . It is so hard to come up with just the right gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohnny:\u003c\/strong\u003e I know what you are sayin’ Cedric. . . I always look for something flashy, super cool . . and under a buck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTodd:\u003c\/strong\u003e I remember when I was a kid, a fella could get most anything for a quarter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReggie:\u003c\/strong\u003e Where you been Todd? I haven’t seen those kinda prices in years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCedric:\u003c\/strong\u003e What does price matter when we are talking a gift for our moms?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohnny:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well, I for a fact am thankful that God gave me my mom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReggie:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ever wondered how God figured out what kid to give to what mom?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Way I see it, God gave me my mom on account of we are related.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTodd:\u003c\/strong\u003e That makes sense, I mean why would God go and give you to someone you’ve never even met before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohnny:\u003c\/strong\u003e I think God matched us up by hair color, my mom and me got the same hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReggie:\u003c\/strong\u003e Could be you are onto something there Johnny, makes sense for kids to have the same hair as their parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTodd:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wow, amazing! . . So maybe God matched me up with my dad on account of I was bald when I was born. . . Likely God didn’t realize I was gonna get hair, and my Dad . . . not so much!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well, I was wondering, seeing as how God made me and all of you guys, do you suppose God made moms too?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCedric:\u003c\/strong\u003e What kind of question is that Billy? . . Of course God made moms too! . . He just used bigger parts, that’s all.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"10 \/ 5 \/ Mothers Day - Children - Family - Mother","offer_id":50261927461183,"sku":"mom-you-rock-3681-3681","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/johnny.jpg?v=1737518982"},{"product_id":"compelled-by-love","title":"Compelled By Love","description":"\u003cp\u003eComedy looks at how the Disney princesses perceive God’s love and salvation.\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.stockphotosecrets.com\/index.cfm?\/imagedetails_EN\u0026amp;imgid=98683780\u0026amp;extintcode=0\u0026amp;CFID=33283051\u0026amp;CFTOKEN=59362153\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" border=\"0\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg28\/pv\/IsignstockContributors\/ISS_3035_04352.jpg?token=Unf_CAl8wIUUlPNYA162l1PMbdui0M8kLRao0h-cIOM\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=53\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" class=\"alignright lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg28\/pv\/IsignstockContributors\/ISS_3035_04352.jpg?token=Unf_CAl8wIUUlPNYA162l1PMbdui0M8kLRao0h-cIOM\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=53\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e those who perform this script must obtain their own music or chose to perform without music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 f\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCinderella\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLady Tremaine (Stepmother)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnastasia (stepsister)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrizella (stepsister)\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrincesses:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAurora\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAriel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRapunzel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matthew 5:14\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScene I (with Cinderella and her family) takes place on one side of stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCinderella remains frozen at that location during Scene II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScene II takes places at opposite side of stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Scene III Cinderella moves to join the rest of the actors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNOTE there are no breaks between scenes, move quickly to the next scene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSong:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"You'll Never Lose This Love\", producer purchases from music stores or online or stages without music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estandard lighting, spots would be useful to highlight action, allowing low light for Cinderella in Scene II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-umbrella\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebeautiful gown for Cinderella, constructed so that it will easily tear apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eugly wig, cell phone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCinderella’s costume will be older, smudged with dirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrincess’ costumes will be very elegant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCostumes for Lady T, Anastasia and Drizella will be overdone and garish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas 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happy)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo matter, . . my pet mouse Gus and his wife Peaches can use these cloth scraps for a nursery for their 36 babies.\u003cbr\u003eOh how I am longing to go to the ball tonight!\u003cbr\u003eI mean, just everyone will be there!\u003cbr\u003eJust think, I could dance with all the handsome young men . . . perhaps even dance with a prince, . . \u003cem\u003e(pauses, thinks)\u003c\/em\u003e . . . perhaps fall in love . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLady Tremaine, Anastasia and Drizella come on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLady T: There you are Cinderella!\u003cbr\u003eDid you finish the huge new storage room for my makeup?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCinderella: Well I was . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnastasia: Did you get my golden curly locks combed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCinderella, \u003cem\u003epicks up ugly wig which falls apart\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eI’m not quite finished but . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrizella: Did you wash the cat?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCinderella: Sorry stepmom Lady Tremaine and beloved stepsisters Anastasia and Drizella, but, see, I was sewing my new dress and . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLady T: New dress! . . Child, whatever might you need with a fancy dress?, . . . Your only duty is to serve us ravishingly gorgeous women . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCinderella, \u003cem\u003eexcited\u003c\/em\u003e: Well, see, tonight is the fancy dress ball at the Legion downtown and I would love to be there, I mean . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLady T, Anastasia and Drizella cackle their laughter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLady T: You, Cinderella, going to the event of the year?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ethree actors laugh again\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrizella: You’re a mere maid, how dare you think of such a thing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnastasia: Mommie dearest, we really must leave soon. We only have three hours and I do need my 2 hours beauty sleep, then I have to put on my face so I will be even more beautiful . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLady T, \u003cem\u003elooks at Anastasia, cringes\u003c\/em\u003e: My suggestion is skip the sleep and get working on the face! . .\u003cbr\u003eNow then, Cinderella, you stay right here, get drinks and munchies ready for us when we get back from the dance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCinderella, \u003cem\u003eholds up dress\u003c\/em\u003e: But my beautiful dress! . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLady T grabs the dress, tears it in half, Anastasia and Drizella pull until it is in shreds\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLady T, \u003cem\u003efake sadness\u003c\/em\u003e: Awww, too bad, nothing to wear!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnastasia: So sad, but them’s are the breaks Cinderella honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrizella: Have a fun night with mice and pumpkins, catch you later Cindy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLady T, Anastasia and Drizella leave stage, Cinderella is sad\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCinderella: Now this is a bummer!\u003cbr\u003eEveryone at the ball and me stuck at home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(thinks, smiles)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut I do hope my stepmom and stepsisters are having a good time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(pauses, thinks)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey should be at the ball right now.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(pauses, looks off stage, pauses uncomfortably)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI said, . . they should all be at the ball right now . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003esound of scurrying offstage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffstage voice: Hey that was our cue, we were supposed to be on stage!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSCENE II:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eall actors quickly onstage, Lady Tremaine, Anastasia and Drizella are separate from others\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eNOTE Cinderella remains frozen off to the side\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAriel is concentrating on her cell phone, starts to laugh\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAriel: Now that is neat . .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(to others)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere’s a joke my friends Flounder and Sebastian texted to me.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(thinks)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI wonder if I should forward this text to Scuttle?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(thinks)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaybe I best not, it’s hard, not to mention dangerous, for a seagull to fly and text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMilan: Lady Tremaine! . . 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Inspired by \u003cem data-end=\"718\" data-start=\"705\"\u003eGenesis 4:9\u003c\/em\u003e, it’s a powerful reminder that we’re all called to be “that baby’s keeper.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"812\" data-start=\"796\"\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby dedication or baptism services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYouth Sundays or family-focused worship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChurch anniversary events\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSermons on community and mentorship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 m or f\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJordan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDanni\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genesis 4:9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSong:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-umbrella\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-couch\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esubstitute \"baptism\" with \"dedication\" where appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSample script:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"253\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"253\"\u003eJordan and Danni come on stage talking.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"320\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"266\"\u003eJordan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"269\"\u003eSo I am really excited about being in church today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"384\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"331\"\u003eAlex:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"334\"\u003eYou mean Pastor promised to keep his sermon short?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"397\"\u003eJordan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"400\"\u003eYou know Pastor has great sermons—time flies by when he preaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eAlex:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eI know, I was funnin’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"521\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"521\"\u003e(Danni enters)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"563\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eJordan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eHi Danni, good to see you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"592\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eDanni:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"578\"\u003eYeh, whatever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"668\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eAlex:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eSeems like someone didn’t take their happy pills this morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"719\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"680\"\u003eDanni:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eAnd what made you Miss Congeniality?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eJordan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eWhat’s wrong, Danni? I’ve never seen you like this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"860\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"798\"\u003eDanni:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"801\"\u003eNot sure why everybody needs to see me all happy and stuff!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"924\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"871\"\u003eAlex:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"874\"\u003eThis is not at all like you, Danni. What happened?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eDanni:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"939\"\u003eMom told me I had to come to church this morning—and I didn’t want to be here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eAlex:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eYou never miss church. What’s so different this time?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003eDanni:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eIn case you missed it, Alex, the whole service this morning is about baby baptism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eAlex:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003eYes it is—isn’t that great?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003eDanni:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003eCute perhaps… not great.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003eJordan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eWhat’s so terrible about baby baptism?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eDanni:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eI have a better one for you—what’s \u003cem data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003eright\u003c\/em\u003e with baby baptism?\u003cbr data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003eFirst off, the baby isn’t baptized—it’s sprinkled… or just held by the pastor.\u003cbr data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003eAdd to that, the baby doesn’t have clue one what’s going on, other than maybe being scared out of its mind.\u003cbr data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003eSo Jordan, tell me—what’s right with baby baptism?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003eJordan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003eBaby baptism is an opportunity for the family to recognize the need to become a network of physical, emotional, and spiritual support for the child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eAlex:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003eAnd it’s a time for the family to publicly declare, before family, friends, and God, their commitment to doing that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"2389\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003eDanni:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eLook, I’m totally clear on the importance of baby dedication for the immediate family…\u003cbr data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eBut why the big show in front of the entire congregation?\u003cbr data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2093\"\u003eI mean, go ahead—get the family together, have a photo op and pictures with grandma and grandpa. That I can handle.\u003cbr data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003eAnd yes, the direct family and close friends should be promising before God to do their part in raising and guiding the child…\u003cbr data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003eBut to me, anything further is more show than go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2498\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2402\"\u003eJordan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003eSo you’re saying the congregation has no part in helping the child become a mature Christian?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds? \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDramaShare members get this complete script— and access to our entire library—free! Not a member? You can still grab this individual script and bring it to life.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare Ministries","offers":[{"title":"7 \/ 3 \/ Church - Young Adult - Family","offer_id":51122508333375,"sku":"that-babys-keeper-3930","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/talkingbabies.jpg?v=1752967464"},{"product_id":"the-lonely-times","title":"The Lonely Times","description":"\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eIt’s just another afternoon at the Senior’s Drop In Center… until four women admit what they usually keep tucked away behind polite smiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eThe Lonely Times\u003c\/strong\u003e gently opens the door on loneliness in its different forms: grief after losing a spouse, the ache of being single longer than you ever expected, and even the quiet isolation that can creep into a long marriage when communication fades. The dialogue feels real, the moments are relatable, and the questions land where many in the church quietly live: “Where is my faith in this… and what does God do with me in the middle of the storm?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eAnchored in \u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003ePsalm 25:16–18\u003c\/strong\u003e, this skit is a meaningful fit for senior adult ministry, women’s events, pastoral-care Sundays, or any service where your congregation needs honest hope and tender reassurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e    4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarie widowed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJessie never any dialog with her husband\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNorma never married\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeth facing divorce\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eall seniors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePsalm 25:18\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e      bare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e     standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e    wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e    none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e    standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e   none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e   none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e    7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMarie \u0026amp; Jessie come on stage, Norma \u0026amp; Beth sit apart from the others, overhearing some\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eMarie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eWe come here every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 2 PM. . Tell me again why we do it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJessie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eYou know very well why we come to the Seniors Drop In Center, Marie! We have tea and a cookie and beautiful talks with all our friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eMarie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eOh, right, Jessie . . . silly me, I forgot about the stimulating conversations with Freda over there. . I’m sure I have only heard her tell about her hip surgery maybe a thousand times. . Or old Charlie over there asking if I want to see his latest EKG results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJessie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eThey are just lonely Marie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eMarie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eWell, so am I! . So is every single in this place! . You are lucky . . . you’ve got your Edward there 24\/7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJessie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eYes lucky me! . I get to see him sitting in front of the TV, sound asleep, never a word from him for hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e(𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘴 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘦’𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘮)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eSorry Marie, I do know I am fortunate having Edward with me. . I know how hard it’s been on you since Roger passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eMarie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eNo Jessie . I don’t really think you can even imagine how hard its been. I never had any idea how lonely it is in a house filled with memories of almost 50 years, always expecting Roger would just walk in that door and . . . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNorma moves to Marie \u0026amp; Jessie\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eNorma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eHi girls, mind if I join you?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJessie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eCome on in and pull up a chair Norma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eNorma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eWhat with the long faces girls?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eMarie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eEver noticed back when were young we would always address our friends as “ladies” . As in . “how ya doin’ ladies?” Now you get to our age and it’s . “hey girls?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJessie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eGuess we always thought things would be so much bigger and better after we got to . an older age . any older age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eMarie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eGuess it’s human nature to think the grass is greener on the other side of the fence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eNorma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eActually the grass is greener on the other side of the fence. . But the water bills are higher too. But back to my question. Why the sad faces?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJessie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eMarie and I were just discussing the lonelies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eNorma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eThe lonelies?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eMarie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eDealing with being alone after a life partner is gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJessie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eAnd dealing with married life in the retirement years in those cases when communications just doesn’t happen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eNorma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eI can’t imagine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eMarie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eYou are lucky Norma, never marrying; you don’t have to go through all of this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eNorma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eAnd you arrive at this conclusion exactly how?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eMarie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eWell it would seem to me you can’t miss what you’ve never had.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJessie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eMarie, you can’t be serious, saying that. . Having someone there who cares is something important in every age and stage of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e Get the complete script and bring this powerful moment to your stage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"7 \/ 4 \/ Seniors - Everyday - Women","offer_id":52874960044351,"sku":"the-lonely-times-3907","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/4ladies.jpg?v=1777515470"},{"product_id":"teach-your-children-well","title":"Teach Your Children Well","description":"\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eThree friends. One “career choices” magazine. And a conversation that goes way deeper than job plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeach Your Children Well\u003c\/strong\u003e starts in everyday teen\/young adult territory—future plans, job fairs, and a little joking around—then turns toward something many families quietly struggle with: making time for faith conversations at home. Jackie shares what it looks like when parents prioritize daily talks, questions, prayer, and devotion time—while Tony realizes what he’s been missing, and Ryan pushes back hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eThis is a warm, relatable skit for youth groups or intergenerational services that opens the door to a bigger message: kids don’t grow into faith by accident. They’re shaped by presence, priorities, and consistent spiritual guidance—starting early, and happening often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eRun-Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e8 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eCast Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3 (m or f; appear late teen to early 20’s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eBiblical Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26; Psalm 148; Colossians 3:12-17; Luke 2:41-52\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eSetting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eContemporary, flexible “standard” set (youth room \/ hallway \/ anywhere friends can talk)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMagazine with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003e“CARER CHOICES”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon the cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYouth \/ Family \/ Discipleship \/ Parenting \u0026amp; Faith-at-Home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eTech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSet, lighting, sound, costumes listed as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ml-5 min-w-0 list-disc space-y-1 break-words text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSample of script:      \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Tony comes on stage reading magazine, after a few seconds Ryan enters) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eRyan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eHey Tony, what’s up with you?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eTony:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eNot so much. You?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eRyan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eSame. Just hangin’. . Whatcha readin’?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eTony:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eOh, nothing really. A magazine I picked up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eRyan\u003c\/strong\u003e, reads: Career choices. . Wow, heavy!  Anythin’ in there about bein’ a rocket scientist?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTony\u003c\/strong\u003e, smile: Haven’t run across it yet, but likely it's in here somewhere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eRyan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eMade any decisions on what job you’re gonna get?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eTony:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eNot yet, just checking into it, what’s best, training needed, the whole enchilada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Jackie comes on stage)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJackie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eHey Tony, Ryan. . How are things?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eRyan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eHey Jackie. Tony here is planning his future, it seems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJackie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eA good thing to do, planning is really important at our age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eRyan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eMy Pop always says plannin’ is overrated, gotta go with the flow. . The right\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eThings will come along when they’re supposed to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJackie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eI’m not so sure that’s a great plan in today’s job market, Ryan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eTony:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eI’m with you on that, Jackie, that’s why I picked up this magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJackie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eAnything caught your eye, Tony?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eTony:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eI’ve always had an interest in engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eRyan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eDrivin’ a train would be way cool!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eTony:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eI was thinking more of chemical or mechanical engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eRyan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eOr that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJackie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eHave you gone out to any Job Fairs, Ryan?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eRyan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eActually, I did. Lots of good ideas, but hard to decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJackie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eI went to a Job Fair, and my head was spinning with all the information. But I sat\u003cbr\u003edown with my parents, we talked it over, I asked their advice, they asked\u003cbr\u003equestions, I asked their opinion, we prayed about it. . .It was good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eRyan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eYou prayed about job choices?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJackie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eYes, we did, Ryan, after all, this decision will affect my entire future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eRyan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eMy family only prays for the important stuff, like winning the lottery and stuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eTony:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eYou are lucky your parents are there for you, Jackie, to discuss things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-[#171717]\"\u003eJackie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"min-w-0 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words leading-relaxed text-[#171717]\"\u003eMy parents have always been there for me, always seemed to make time to discuss things, every day, since I was a kid. . But your parents are very successful in their careers, Tony. 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You just wouldn’t understand what I am talking about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStephanie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Okay, Grandma! Whatever you say! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(shrugs shoulders, walks away)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Oh, wait! Don’t you want to hear about my problems?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStephanie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: But you just said . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Forget about that, and come and listen to your old, feeble Grandmother.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStephanie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Feeble? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(thinking)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e So, Joey was right!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: I beg your pardon! 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We’re meeting at the mall in three hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(angry)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: You sit right down, young lady, and listen to what your Grandmother has to tell you about aging! 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We have detailed DramaShare How-to manuals and personal guidance to give assistance in setting up a Christian drama program in your church, school or Seniors Residence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese scripts should both be a permanent resource in every church, college, school or Senior Citizens residence who are, (or might want to be), involved in the proven ministry of Christian dramatic arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 m or f\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanine – (senior age) mother of Rebecca, grandmother of Adam\u003cbr\u003eRebecca –(middle age) daughter of Janine, wife of John, mother of Adam\u003cbr\u003eJohn – (middle age) husband of Rebecca, father of Adam\u003cbr\u003eAdam – young (pre-teen or teen) son of Janine and John, grandson of Janine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Romans 12:6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSong:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-umbrella\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-couch\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdam:       Hey, how are you?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanine, \u003cem\u003enot really listening\u003c\/em\u003e:   What? . . . Oh, yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdam, \u003cem\u003econfused\u003c\/em\u003e:  You are . . . yes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanine:       Oh sorry, I guess I was preoccupied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdam:       I got preoccupied in my video game once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanine:       How can you get preoccupied in a video game?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRebecca:     This should be good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn:        I can see this one coming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdam:   Video game was Occupy The World, and before it got started I was . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanine:   Don’t tell me . . . pre . . . occupied. . .  Very funny. But that doesn’t help me. Thing is I am looking for folks to be a part of our drama team at Parkville Family Church of the Nazarene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRebecca:   Hey, see you around sometime . ..  gotta be goin’!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn:  Me too, I am sure I heard my phone ring at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRebecca and John start to move offstage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanine:  Where exactly are you going Rebecca?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRebecca:  I think I heard my Mom call me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanine: You may have forgotten, I am your mother and I didn’t say a word. And John . .. . your phone is in the shop if you remember.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdam:  You guys are smooth! . . .  Not!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdam starts to move offstage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanine:  And just where do you think you are going young man?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdam:  Well everyone knows you have to be one year older and one inch taller than me to be an actor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"5 \/ 3 \/ Comedy - Family","offer_id":50135939088703,"sku":"doing-drama2-3892","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/drama2.jpg?v=1734449177"},{"product_id":"operation-generation","title":"Operation Generation","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"227\" data-start=\"170\"\u003eThere’s a lot of talk these days about “kids these days.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"276\" data-start=\"229\"\u003eBut what if we’ve been looking at it all wrong?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"569\" data-start=\"278\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"300\" data-start=\"278\"\u003eOperation Generation\u003c\/em\u003e starts with a familiar scene: adults standing around, shaking their heads at the noise, the energy, the perceived chaos of the younger generation. It feels relatable… maybe a little too relatable. But just when the assumptions settle in, the truth steps onto the stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"867\" data-start=\"571\"\u003eWhat unfolds is a refreshing, even convicting look at what happens when older believers actually invest in the next generation. Scripture comes alive. Faith gets lived out. And suddenly, those “noisy kids” become something far more powerful, a reflection of what discipleship can really look like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1001\" data-start=\"869\"\u003eWarm, honest, and quietly challenging, this skit invites your audience to reconsider their role in shaping the church's future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1049\" data-start=\"1003\"\u003eBecause the next generation isn’t the problem…  They're the mission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1049\" data-start=\"1003\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMr. Black (teen group leader)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBobby younger teen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBillie younger teen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Daniel 11:33-35\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e      bare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003estandard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e   standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e   none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e   none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e  10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1824\" data-start=\"1761\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1824\" data-start=\"1761\"\u003eactors standing on stage, all silently watching offstage left\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1871\" data-start=\"1826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1835\" data-start=\"1826\"\u003eJean:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1838\" data-start=\"1835\"\u003eDoesn't that just about beat all?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1918\" data-start=\"1873\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1880\" data-start=\"1873\"\u003eJo:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1883\" data-start=\"1880\"\u003eIt is just so much today, isn't it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1978\" data-start=\"1920\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1978\" data-start=\"1920\"\u003eMr. Black comes onstage at upstage location, stands, listens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2044\" data-start=\"1980\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1989\" data-start=\"1980\"\u003eJean:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1992\" data-start=\"1989\"\u003eAll I wanna say is . . what is this world coming to?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2110\" data-start=\"2046\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2053\" data-start=\"2046\"\u003eJo:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2056\" data-start=\"2053\"\u003eNever gonna see that back in the day, that's for sure!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2207\" data-start=\"2112\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2121\" data-start=\"2112\"\u003eJean:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2124\" data-start=\"2121\"\u003eNo sireee! . Back in the day kids learned respect, not like this bunch of monsters!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2246\" data-start=\"2209\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2246\" data-start=\"2209\"\u003eMr. Black moves downstage to the others\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2296\" data-start=\"2248\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2258\" data-start=\"2248\"\u003eBlack:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2261\" data-start=\"2258\"\u003eWhat are you too complaining about?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2377\" data-start=\"2298\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2307\" data-start=\"2298\"\u003eJean:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2310\" data-start=\"2307\"\u003eMaybe you didn’t hear those little criminals making all the racket?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2451\" data-start=\"2379\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2386\" data-start=\"2379\"\u003eJo:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2389\" data-start=\"2386\"\u003eI got a good mind to call the police, get them off the street.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2543\" data-start=\"2453\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2463\" data-start=\"2453\"\u003eBlack:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2463\"\u003eAre you talking about the group of kids out in the park playing field hockey?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2613\" data-start=\"2545\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2552\" data-start=\"2545\"\u003eJo:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2555\" data-start=\"2552\"\u003eI have no interest in who they are or what they are doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2693\" data-start=\"2615\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2624\" data-start=\"2615\"\u003eJean:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2627\" data-start=\"2624\"\u003eLikely all over the street, in the way of cars, causing accidents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3024\" data-start=\"2695\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2705\" data-start=\"2695\"\u003eBlack:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2708\" data-start=\"2705\"\u003eWell, like I say, the kids are playing in the park, if there are people driving their cars in the park I suggest you have the police over to tell the car drivers they best drive on streets and not in parks. But the kids are just fine, doing what they are supposed to be doing, where they are supposed to be doing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3100\" data-start=\"3026\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3035\" data-start=\"3026\"\u003eJean:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3038\" data-start=\"3035\"\u003eYou are forever standing up for the monster kids in this town.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3217\" data-start=\"3102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3109\" data-start=\"3102\"\u003eJo:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3112\" data-start=\"3109\"\u003eI can tell by their voices, these were the same kids screamin’ their heads off half the night last night!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3354\" data-start=\"3219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3229\" data-start=\"3219\"\u003eBlack:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3232\" data-start=\"3229\"\u003eLet me get this straight. . . . You say these kids were screaming their heads off last night? . . What time would that be?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3419\" data-start=\"3356\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3365\" data-start=\"3356\"\u003eJean:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3368\" data-start=\"3365\"\u003eI heard them too, saw them with my own eyes. . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3534\" data-start=\"3421\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3428\" data-start=\"3421\"\u003eJo:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3431\" data-start=\"3428\"\u003eStarted their shenanigans about 6 last night, went on until after midnight! . . Like to drove me crazy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3580\" data-start=\"3536\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3546\" data-start=\"3536\"\u003eBlack:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3549\" data-start=\"3546\"\u003eGuys I am afraid you are wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3656\" data-start=\"3582\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3591\" data-start=\"3582\"\u003eJean:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3594\" data-start=\"3591\"\u003eYou tell me I didn’t see that pack of yahoos with my own eyes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3877\" data-start=\"3658\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3668\" data-start=\"3658\"\u003eBlack:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3671\" data-start=\"3668\"\u003eYup, guess that's what I am telling you. . . . Unless you were in the church gym across town. . . . See me and some of the other adults were leading kids Bible study last night. . . And these were the kids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3911\" data-start=\"3879\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"3911\" data-start=\"3879\"\u003eBobby and Billie come on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3988\" data-start=\"3913\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3923\" data-start=\"3913\"\u003eBobby:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3926\" data-start=\"3923\"\u003eHi, Mr. Black! . . . Want to come and play field hockey with us?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4063\" data-start=\"3990\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4001\" data-start=\"3990\"\u003eBillie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4004\" data-start=\"4001\"\u003eYes, and bring your friends along with you, please, Mr. Black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4136\" data-start=\"4065\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4075\" data-start=\"4065\"\u003eBobby:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4078\" data-start=\"4075\"\u003eThanks for the awesome time at church last night Mr Black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4193\" data-start=\"4138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4149\" data-start=\"4138\"\u003eBillie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4152\" data-start=\"4149\"\u003eI've been working on Proverbs 17:22 all day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4315\" data-start=\"4195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4225\" data-start=\"4195\"\u003eBobby \u0026amp; Billie, in unison:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4228\" data-start=\"4225\"\u003eA cheerful disposition is good for your health, but gloom and doom leave you bone tired!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4432\" data-start=\"4322\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"4358\" data-start=\"4322\"\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4361\" data-start=\"4358\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"4432\" data-start=\"4361\"\u003eGet the complete script and bring this powerful moment to your stage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"10 \/ 5 \/ Young Adults - Church - Family","offer_id":52865909752127,"sku":"operation-generation-3887","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/lotoftalk.jpg?v=1777338465"},{"product_id":"a-moment-of-salt","title":"A Moment Of Salt","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLot’s wife is known best for a brief second when she experienced indecision.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stockphotosecrets.com\/index.cfm?\/imagedetails_EN\u0026amp;imgid=134401960\u0026amp;extintcode=0\u0026amp;CFID=37823730\u0026amp;CFTOKEN=80960180\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg32\/pv\/IsignstockContributors\/ISS_31178_07001.jpg?token=_tGLm5NpzqPRir3i04YnOiwUUwB4O9UpSqJ6-fva-go\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=52\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg32\/pv\/IsignstockContributors\/ISS_31178_07001.jpg?token=_tGLm5NpzqPRir3i04YnOiwUUwB4O9UpSqJ6-fva-go\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=52\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e When she wavered in her attention to God’s commands and turned at an inopportune moment, and the rest, as they say, is history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason for her moment of indecision, and any other details in her life, are unknown. But she is perhaps an indicator of what can happen when we let our guard down and consider unwise alternatives, the results can be terminal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt May be used alone or as a compilation with scripts: “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dramashare.org\/product\/josiah-committed\/\"\u003eJosiah Committed\u003c\/a\u003e” and “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dramashare.org\/product\/steadfast-to-the-end\/\"\u003eSteadfast To The End\u003c\/a\u003e” which is the story of Stephen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote each of these individual scripts is made up of 5 separate segments. If used as a compilation you could have the three actors on stage together and each performing Segment 1, then Segment 2, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme words:\u003c\/strong\u003e steadfast  unwavering unswerving resolute committed dedicated unfaltering persistent firm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e    1 female\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Genesis 9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e     bare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting: \u003c\/strong\u003espot will be useful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e    wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e    none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e      none\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e      traditional or contemporary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e      none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e   none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eactress comes on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWife1:\u003c\/strong\u003e They came to our town just before nightfall.\u003cbr\u003eMy husband Lot was sitting at the town gates, talking to travelers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe two explained to my husband that they had been talking with Abraham and that they were angels sent from God.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough the angels desired to sleep in the town square, my outgoing husband convinced them to come to our home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImagine! . . . Angel messengers sent to our town, Sodom!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(pauses, frowns)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell, actually, the reason they had been sent was somewhat troublesome . .\u003cbr\u003eSeems Yahweh was displeased with the way of life in our town.\u003cbr\u003eYou won’t believe it!\u003cbr\u003eThe angels said Yahweh was going to destroy our town and everyone in it!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(pause as though to listen)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDo I believe that Yahweh would do such a thing?\u003cbr\u003eWell . .  I mean . .  I know there are some . .  things . .  that happen here in Sodom . . but I mean . . really we are no worse than a thousand towns throughout the land.\u003cbr\u003eMy guess is . . .  Yahweh wanted to get our attention, I mean, most guys here are OK guys, but there are a few that are maybe a bit over the top, sometimes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWife2: \u003c\/strong\u003eImagine!\u003cbr\u003eAngels of Yahweh!\u003cbr\u003eIn my home!\u003cbr\u003eJust wait until that loud-mouth Rebecca hears this!\u003cbr\u003eRebecca is the one who is always going on about her high-class visitors!\u003cbr\u003eFrom what Rebecca says you would think she had a constant stream of dignitaries night and day!\u003cbr\u003eJust all because her husband Joseph is the chief priest, all of a sudden Rebecca’s living room is like listed in the top 3 places to visit in all the land!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(comes a step downstage as though telling a secret)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI happen to know Rebecca uses both cilantro and bay leaves in her lentil soup! Everyone who knows anything knows either of those add flavor . . . but no thinking housewife would ever use both!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(pauses, smiles maliciously)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI am just thinking  . . .\u003cbr\u003eWould be interesting if Rebecca knew there were angels staying at my house overnight!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds? \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDramaShare members get this complete script— and access to our entire library—free! Not a member? 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Songs or dance could be added to enhance the performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e    27\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esome characters could be doubled up, example sailors, owners, Ninevites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJonah (scenes 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJesus (scenes 4, 9)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaptain (scene 1, 5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSailor1  (scene 1, 5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSailor2 (scene 1, 5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSailor3  (scene 1, 5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwner1 (scene 3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwner2 (scene 3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwner3 (scene 3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmittai, (uh-mit-ahy)  father of Jonah (scene 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlivia, sister-in-law of Jonah  (scene 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoseph, brother of Jonah  (scene 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaniel, nephew of Jonah  (scene 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbraham, neighbor of Amittai  (scene 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeter, disciple  (scene 4, 8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJames, disciple  (scene 4, 8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn, disciple  (scene 4, 8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMartha, disciple (scene 4, 8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMary, mother of Jesus (scene 4, 8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJudas, disciple (scene 4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEli, friend of Jonah  (scene 3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVOG (offstage voice of God) (scene 5, 7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNinevite1 (N1) (scene 6) (M or F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNinevite2 (N2) (scene 6) (M or F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNinevite3 (N3) (scene 6) (M or F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKing (scene 6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrator  (all scenes, remains on stage, silent during scenes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Jonah, Matthew\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e sets can be as lavish or plain as desired, we recommend blank sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 spotlights if possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e    wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e    none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e      \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estorm, earthquake, thunder, wind, rain, water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e  likely traditional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e  none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e   none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e  60\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script:   \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSCENE I – ON BOARD\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003elights up on narrator\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNarrator: Tonight we examine Jonah, prophet of God. Jonah, the reluctant prophet, commanded by God to go to Nineveh to warn the people that their wickedness could no longer be condoned. But Jonah longed for the destruction, not the forgiveness of the Ninivites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLights low on narrator, up on stage left\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCaptain and sailors on stage, staggering from the wind and from the ship pitching in the storm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSFX:   \u003cem\u003ewind howling, rain, wooden beams creaking. Strobe lights to indicate lightning storm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSailor1:   Captain the ship is breaking apart . . . We have to do something, and quickly, or we will all go to the bottom of the sea!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSailor2:   Most of the cargo has been thrown overboard and still we are tossed about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain:   Then throw the rest of the cargo overboard . . .  And each of you . . . pray to your own god . . . whomever that may be. . . Pray for your safety and your life. . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSailor3:   But the ship Captain . . . how are we to save the ship?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain:   A ship I can replace . . .  I’ll not have human lives lost and their souls on my conscience for the rest of my days. . . . So pray! . . . And fervently!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSailor1:   I have shouted, screamed to my god Asherah and her husband Baal . . . They have ignored my cry!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSailor2:   My god, Ashtoreth, has been equally silent to my call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSFX:   \u003cem\u003elouder storm sounds,\u003c\/em\u003e actors are blown about\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain:   It seems all gods have turned their backs on us. . . . We are doomed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSailor3:   What of the god of the Hebrew man?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain:   Indeed! . . . Jonah, son of Amittai. . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSailor3:   He boasted that he worshipped the Lord, the God of heaven who made the sea and the dry land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSFX:   \u003cem\u003every loud storm noise\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain:   What are we waiting for . . . where is this Jonah?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaior3:   Jonah is sleeping below deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain, \u003cem\u003eshouts offstage\u003c\/em\u003e: Jonah son of Amittai! Get on deck and call out to your god before we all perish!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJonah comes on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain:   Call on your god that he will stop the storm and save all of us from death!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJonah:   There is no use; I have gone against the commands of the Lord God Jehovah. God won’t listen to me, I have dishonored his name through my disobedience and sin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSailor1:   We all have sinned; there is no way to know who it is that the gods rise up against. . . . It could as easily be I.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSailor2:   Indeed, or I.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJonah:   I am running from God, this storm God put in place to stop me, and to correct my headstrong ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSailor2:   Perhaps if we were to take down the sails and row we could make shore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSailor3:   Yes, every man to the oars!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJonah:   I tell you it is my fault . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain:   What have you done that you would cause you God to go against you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJonah:   I have told you . .  It’s my fault, I disobeyed. . . .  Now do as I say. . . Throw me overboard and the Lord God will calm the storm and save you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain:   Throwing you overboard in this storm seals your fate . . . You will die!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJonah:   Better I die and you and your crew are saved. . . No more talk Captain, do it now!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain:   Very well, but I can’t help but wonder what brought this all about . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003elights full off, except narrator\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSCENE II –  (PREVIOUSLY) AT The Home Of Amittai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNarrator:   Jonah decided to ignore God’s command, choosing to run in the opposite direction, to get as far from Nineveh as he possibly could. His family and friends had great concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003elights up on left stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmittai, (uh-mit-ahy) family are sitting around table talking\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmittai:   It is so good to have family around my table . . . Especially grandchildren! Eat up children!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlivia:   You spoil my children Amittai! . . . And we all love it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmittai:   I don’t get to see you enough my beautiful daughter-in-law!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoseph,\u003cem\u003e arm around Olivia\u003c\/em\u003e:   Father, you know very well that every time I bring my lovely wife home to see you she is spoiled beautifully, as are my children!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmittai:   Well that is an old father’s right Joseph my son. . .  And since your dear mother passed you are all I have left to spoil. . . . What with your brother away from home so much. . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlivia:   And where is Jonah?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmittai:   When I last heard from Jonah he was in Jerusalem. . . Life is busy for a prophet of the Lord God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoseph,\u003cem\u003e laughs\u003c\/em\u003e:   Yes Father, we know indeed! . . . In fact the whole world knows since you have told everyone who will listen. \u003cem\u003e(embraces Amittai)\u003c\/em\u003e  We are all proud of my brother Jonah, you know that Father.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmittai:   Surely not every father in Israel has a prophet for a son.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDaniel comes rushing on stage, excited, bumps into Joseph\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoseph:   Daniel, what has come over you son? . . . Is this the way you act when visiting your grandfather?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaniel:   Sorry Father . . . But it’s Uncle Jonah, he’s coming down the lane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eall are excited, looking off stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmittai:   My son! . .  My son is home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJonah comes on stage, tentative, is embraced by all actors\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoseph:   Brother! . . . How is my famous brother?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJonah:   I am . . . OK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmittai:   Just OK? . . . My son! . . .  Always the self effacing one!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbraham comes on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmittai:   Abraham my friend! . . . Jonah, you remember our neighbor Abraham. . . Come in to my humble home Abraham, come on in my friend!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbraham:   Thank you neighbor Amittai, thank you for your hospitality. But I just dropped in because I was sure I saw the prophet Jonah enter your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmittai,\u003cem\u003e hand on Jonah’s shoulder:\u003c\/em\u003e   My son the prophet! . . . The most famous man to come from Gath-hepher, ever!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbraham:   The whole town is impressed, it’s true. . . . 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It can be performed as a standard drama, a reader’s theater, or a puppet script.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"427\" data-start=\"235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"253\" data-start=\"235\"\u003eAuthor’s Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"256\" data-start=\"253\"\u003eI wrote this because I noticed that families sometimes struggle to express love and gratitude for each other. 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data-start=\"741\"\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"802\" data-start=\"774\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"789\" data-start=\"776\"\u003eRun Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~3 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"832\" data-start=\"809\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"830\" data-start=\"813\"\u003eSample Script\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"903\" data-start=\"834\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"901\" data-start=\"834\"\u003e(Child 1 steps forward, looking around as if keeping a secret.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1006\" data-start=\"905\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"917\" data-start=\"905\"\u003eChild 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"920\" data-start=\"917\"\u003eI got my Mom a present... \u003cem data-end=\"955\" data-start=\"946\"\u003eShhhhh!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"958\" data-start=\"955\"\u003eDon’t tell her—it’s supposed to be a surprise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1083\" data-start=\"1008\"\u003eThe reason I went and got Mom a present is because today is Mother’s Day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1144\" data-start=\"1085\"\u003eI hope you guys didn’t forget to get a gift for your mom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1253\" data-start=\"1146\"\u003eIt’s important that moms get presents on Mother’s Day because, honestly, they don’t get gifts very often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1354\" data-start=\"1255\"\u003eI mean, moms mostly get presents and stuff on Christmas and their birthdays, but that’s about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1420\" data-start=\"1356\"\u003eSo, best you don’t forget a gift for your mom on Mother’s Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1556\" data-start=\"1422\"\u003eMy friend Rory told me his dad forgot to get his mom a birthday present.\u003cbr data-end=\"1497\" data-start=\"1494\"\u003eYou do \u003cem data-end=\"1509\" data-start=\"1504\"\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e want to know how that turned out, I tell ya!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1561\" data-start=\"1558\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1612\" data-start=\"1563\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1610\" data-start=\"1563\"\u003e(Child 2 steps forward, nodding seriously.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1726\" data-start=\"1614\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1626\" data-start=\"1614\"\u003eChild 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1629\" data-start=\"1626\"\u003eMother’s Day is a real special day because it’s a great time to let our moms know we love them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1935\" data-start=\"1728\"\u003eOh, I mean—we shouldn’t wait until \u003cem data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1763\"\u003ejust\u003c\/em\u003e Mother’s Day to let our moms know we love them.\u003cbr data-end=\"1820\" data-start=\"1817\"\u003eThat’s the kind of thing kids should do, like... every day.\u003cbr data-end=\"1882\" data-start=\"1879\"\u003eJust like brushing your teeth or combing your hair!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2003\" data-start=\"1937\"\u003eAnd we shouldn’t just do \u003cem data-end=\"1970\" data-start=\"1962\"\u003ethings\u003c\/em\u003e to show our moms we love them…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2072\" data-start=\"2005\"\u003eWe should come right out and \u003cem data-end=\"2039\" data-start=\"2034\"\u003esay\u003c\/em\u003e it.\u003cbr data-end=\"2046\" data-start=\"2043\"\u003eLike, in \u003cem data-end=\"2070\" data-start=\"2055\"\u003eactual words.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2170\" data-start=\"2074\"\u003eI \u003cem data-end=\"2082\" data-start=\"2076\"\u003eknow\u003c\/em\u003e... When we get older, like me, it’s sometimes kinda hard to say, \u003cem data-end=\"2168\" data-start=\"2148\"\u003e“I love you, Mom!”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2219\" data-start=\"2172\"\u003eBut the thing is... it’s what we \u003cem data-end=\"2213\" data-start=\"2205\"\u003eoughta\u003c\/em\u003e do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2390\" data-start=\"2221\"\u003eAnd maybe it’s not so embarrassing if we say it first thing in the morning or last thing at night...\u003cbr data-end=\"2324\" data-start=\"2321\"\u003eYou know—on account of our friends aren’t so likely to overhear.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"3 \/ 4 \/ Mother's Day - Moms - Children","offer_id":50463992938815,"sku":"mom-matters-3854","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/shhhh.jpg?v=1741144763"},{"product_id":"its-lemonade-time","title":"It's Lemonade Time","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen life serves you lemons you make lemonade, right?\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stockphotosecrets.com\/index.cfm?\/imagedetails_EN\u0026amp;imgid=98726324\u0026amp;extintcode=0\u0026amp;CFID=40266335\u0026amp;CFTOKEN=25666183\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg28\/pv\/IngimageContributors\/ING_33594_226952.jpg?token=yboYCCUnEA--whuxkHmAw-s10NQhAEgkzFcmvjtNGOc\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=53\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg28\/pv\/IngimageContributors\/ING_33594_226952.jpg?token=yboYCCUnEA--whuxkHmAw-s10NQhAEgkzFcmvjtNGOc\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=53\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003eHow many times have you heard that, perhaps said it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFact is this saying makes a lot of sense. But . . when it is you that is served the lemons . . well then lemonade is a little harder to swallow.\u003cbr\u003eWhen hard times and health situations overwhelm us.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Writer): This script is personal in my ongoing  battle with Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy (HOCUM), also known as Sudden Death Syndrome\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 (monolog)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matthew 25:41\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSong:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-umbrella\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e large dictionary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-couch\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eactor comes on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's Lemonade Time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen life serves you a lemon, you make lemonade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYup, I've heard it said a thousand times!  Said it more than once myself.  Makes a lotta sense.  Sure does!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen life serves you a lemon, you make lemonade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReally great saying!  Chock full of wisdom too!  When unfortunate things happen to \"\u003cstrong\u003ethem\u003c\/strong\u003e\" I can’t figure out why \"\u003cstrong\u003ethey\u003c\/strong\u003e\" can't see the wisdom, deal with the unfortunate circumstance, and move on with \"\u003cstrong\u003etheir\u003c\/strong\u003e\" lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen life serves you a lemon, you make lemonade, right?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever did think of what it might be like if \"\u003cstrong\u003eI\u003c\/strong\u003e\" were the \"\u003cstrong\u003ethey\u003c\/strong\u003e\" and the unfortunate things happened to \"\u003cstrong\u003eme\u003c\/strong\u003e\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy would I think of that possibility, it's, . . . it's, . . . . simply not a possibility!  Unfortunate things happen to the \"\u003cstrong\u003ethem’s\u003c\/strong\u003e” of this world, never to the \"\u003cstrong\u003eme's\u003c\/strong\u003e”.  And, anyway, I just choose not to think about such things.  Depressing, that's what!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepressing thoughts.  Don’t need those kinda thoughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen life serves you a lemon, you make lemonade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOh, don't get me wrong, it's not as if I'm saying that my good fortune came as result of my goodness, or worthiness, or good deeds.  I know full well the source of my supply.  God truly has been good in my life! And, I mean, well, He always wil1 be, I mean, why wouldn’t He always be?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut when life serves you a lemon, you make lemonade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's this?  My old weak spells back again?  My thorn in the flesh?  Over the past 30 years or so my only real medical problem has been occasional weak spells.  But just a bit of an irritant really.  No real problem. Likely just a sinus condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's that you say?  These chronic problems getting more frequent?  No, not really, I mean, every 5, 6 years I seem to have a problem, but just a day or two and it's gone again.  No problem!  Don't worry about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow long've I had the weak spells this last time?  Oh just a month or two.  Back when my youngest got married.  You remember Doc, I came in, you gave me a referral for heart checkup. Specialist found an irregular heartbeat, kept me in the hospital overnight, by morning it had gone away completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's that Doc?  You say \u003cem\u003eit \u003c\/em\u003ewasn't just a month or two ago?  Let's see, our kids have been married for, hey, it's been almost eleven months.  Eleven months of these weak spells?  Can't be!  I mean, it can't!  Man!  Doesn't seem possible!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the pain.  Worse part about it, it just never stops.  I mean, if only it stopped at night, that's the worst time.  I can’t remember when I have fallen asleep before 4 am.  Or when I've slept for more than 10, 15 minutes at a stretch.  By then the pain gets so bad, just have to wake up.  And though I try not to move a muscle, you've gotta move, you simply gotta change position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd during the day, at the office.  It's sometimes hard to keep my mind sharp, focused. And I am having incidents when I, I dunno, I seem to lose my breath . . Have to lean up against the wall until the feeling goes away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut it goes away in a real short time, maybe a second or two and it’s like nothing happened.  Likely just something I ate, . . . likely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut seems to maybe be happening a little more frequently maybe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years I can't remember when I've ever worked less than a 10 hour day, not unusual at all to have a 12 hour day, . .  even longer at budget time.  But I've put in a lot of 8 hour days lately. Some 6 hour days. Some days I can't take it after 4 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook, it’s just ... Oh, well, what's the use!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the sound of a thousand crickets buzzing in my ears! . . . 24\/7!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy doc sent me for testing for something called tinnitus.  . . Constant ringing in the ears. It’s caused by hearing loss. . . . But my hearing is fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOr maybe caused by taking too many aspirin. . . . But my stomach can’t handle aspirin so I haven’t taken aspirin in years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoc says . .  “Perhaps you are going to have to learn to live with this for the rest of your life.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf only they could find some pain killer, some medicine that would deaden the pain, one that my system wouldn't react against. I don't expect them to eliminate the pain, that's not realistic. But, if only they could make the pain just a little more manageable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut, we've tried it all, there's nothing we haven't tried. No, don't look at me that way, Doc. You've tried your best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick, make a joke about it! \"What do you expect with a body that's 103 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen life serves you a lemon, you make lemonade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd now, in the middle of the night, I get \"that'' thought, that impossible, unacceptable thought. What if ... what if, just if, ... what if, the pain, the weak spells, what if they don’t go away this time. I mean, impossible though it seems, what if it actually didn't go away?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen life serves you a lemon, you make lemonade, right?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's been over three months now since I've been off work. A constant round of doctors, therapists, we've tried it all. And the pain, the weak spells? I don't want to admit it, but it's actually worse now than when I left work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoctor tells me the tests they did indicate a problem with my heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI do not have a heart problem thank you!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeart problems are for sick people. I am not sick!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey say it is something called hypertrophic something something.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003epicks up dictionary, leafs through, reads\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong name, that hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy . . . But I really don’t want to know how to pronounce it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbbreviated it is HOCUM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso called Sudden Death Syndrome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e DramaShare members get this complete script— and access to our entire library—free! Not a member? You can still grab this individual script and bring it to life.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"10 \/ 1 \/ Family - Monologue - Senior - Everyday","offer_id":50448269672767,"sku":"its-lemonade-time-3850","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/lemonade.jpg?v=1740845568"},{"product_id":"widow-of-nain","title":"Widow Of Nain","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"384\" data-start=\"34\"\u003eA grieving widow mourns the loss of her only son, Eli, knowing she is now alone and destined for a life of begging. As she leads the funeral procession, she encounters Jesus and his followers at the town gates. Hearing of his miracles, she laments the injustice—how Jairus, a wealthy ruler, had his daughter revived while her own son remained dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"744\" data-start=\"386\"\u003eThen, Jesus approaches, touched by her sorrow. He tells her, \u003cem data-end=\"461\" data-start=\"447\"\u003e“Don’t cry,”\u003c\/em\u003e and commands, \u003cem data-end=\"510\" data-start=\"476\"\u003e“Young man, I tell you: Get up.”\u003c\/em\u003e To her amazement, Eli sits up and speaks. The crowd erupts in worship, declaring, \u003cem data-end=\"613\" data-start=\"593\"\u003e“God is among us!”\u003c\/em\u003e The widow is left in awe, realizing Jesus' compassion extended even to the poor and forgotten, proving his power and love for all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 f old (monolog)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luke 7:11-17\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSong:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-umbrella\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-couch\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSample of Script\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eActor comes on stage, grief-stricken.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e My son! . . My only son!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnatched away from me!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd me, a widow! Alone!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith no one to support me.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho wants an old woman, a poor old woman, especially one with no sons?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI would now be forced into a life of begging . . . or worse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt would be just me and the wild dogs, at the back doors of the homes of the rich, fighting for table scraps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(shakes head, disbelieving)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy beautiful son Eli.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDead!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow did it all happen?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEli and some of his friends, full of life, went to the Sea of Galilee to work on a fishing boat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI missed my son . . . my heart was lonely . . . waiting for his return.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd return he did . . . but with his body burning with fever.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI did what I could.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut two days later, he was . . . dead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the little money I had, I arranged for his burial, the coffin, and I paid for the mourners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore than what could be expected for the son of a poor widow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegardless, . . . my son, even in death, would have dignity!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd so, with mourners and friends in tow, we began the procession from my home to the grave.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the town gates, we encountered a group of travelers, their mirth and happiness colliding with the hurt and hopelessness of our funeral procession.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI demanded to know what heartless scoundrels would desecrate a funeral procession, would cause this widow’s deepest pain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI was informed that this noisy and tattered group had been traveling around Israel, following their spiritual leader, one Jesus ben Joseph of Nazareth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWord was that a few days previous, the group had been visiting in Capernaum. There, a rich and powerful synagogue ruler, Jairus by name, came to Jesus, begging him to revive his dead daughter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstand . . . the daughter was . . . dead!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOfficially dead!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs dead as my beloved son.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd this Jesus somehow brought the girl back to life!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"markedContent\"\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e DramaShare members get this complete script — and access to our entire library—free! Not a member? You can still grab this individual script and bring it to life.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"6 \/ 1 \/ Jesus - Monologue - Bible Characters - Women","offer_id":50480871702847,"sku":"widow-o-nain-3847","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/widownina.jpg?v=1741408389"},{"product_id":"stranger-in-the-city","title":"Stranger In The City","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"295\" data-start=\"195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"293\" data-start=\"227\"\u003eA Mother’s Desperation. A Town’s Judgment. A Savior’s Healing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"561\" data-start=\"297\"\u003eIn this powerful 18-minute drama, the Syrophoenician woman from Mark 7 comes to life with emotion, humor, and raw vulnerability. \u003cem data-end=\"448\" data-start=\"426\"\u003eStranger In The City\u003c\/em\u003e follows Miriam, a widowed mother, as she struggles to raise her daughters—one of whom is tormented by a demon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"768\" data-start=\"563\"\u003eAs family members judge, neighbors gossip, and religious opinions clash, Miriam’s desperation drives her to seek out a mysterious stranger said to heal the sick. But can she get close enough to be heard?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"973\" data-start=\"770\"\u003eFeaturing a rich cast of women, a dynamic confrontation with Jesus, and the joyful aftermath of healing, this drama beautifully combines Scripture, community conflict, and the unshakable hope of faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiriam - Syrophenician woman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePriscilla – demon possessed daughter of Miriam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaughter1 – daughter of Miriam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaughter2 – daughter of Miriam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRuth – Miriam’s sister - very critical; believes that her daughter is the way she is because of sin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMartha – Miriam’s sister\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoebe – Neighbor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohanna – Neighbor, she sings – “A Stranger in the City”  (Music not provided)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerson1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecrowd as available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mark 7:1-29\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSong:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Stranger In The City”  Inez Andrews, available on YouTube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-umbrella\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e likely traditional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-couch\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSample script:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"199\" data-start=\"168\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"199\" data-start=\"172\"\u003eScene 1 – Miriam’s Home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"271\" data-start=\"201\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"271\" data-start=\"201\"\u003eLights up. MIRIAM, DAUGHTER1, and DAUGHTER2 enter and begin talking.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"530\" data-start=\"273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"284\" data-start=\"273\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"287\" data-start=\"284\"\u003eI simply don’t understand . . . What can be the problem?\u003cbr data-end=\"346\" data-start=\"343\"\u003eYou two should be betrothed, if not already married.\u003cbr data-end=\"401\" data-start=\"398\"\u003eYou have looks, you can cook—what more can any man want?\u003cbr data-end=\"460\" data-start=\"457\"\u003eHere I am, a widowed lady alone, with three daughters—what am I to do?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"759\" data-start=\"532\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"546\" data-start=\"532\"\u003eDAUGHTER1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"549\" data-start=\"546\"\u003eWell Mom, it’s not as if I’m dragging my heels on marriage . . .\u003cbr data-end=\"616\" data-start=\"613\"\u003eJust send me any great-looking, rich farmer with 10,000 sheep, 500 camels, and the cattle on a thousand hills, and I am good to go on marriage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"945\" data-start=\"761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"775\" data-start=\"761\"\u003eDAUGHTER2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"778\" data-start=\"775\"\u003eI am not nearly as picky as my sister.\u003cbr data-end=\"819\" data-start=\"816\"\u003eJust give me a very old, very rich man with no livestock but with a severe and degenerative heart condition, and I am in love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1044\" data-start=\"947\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"958\" data-start=\"947\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"961\" data-start=\"958\"\u003eYou girls make jokes, but the fact is you need husbands—and now.\u003cbr data-end=\"1028\" data-start=\"1025\"\u003eWhat am I to do?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1046\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1046\"\u003ePRISCILLA enters, sits on the floor, eyes closed, rocking back and forth, humming tunelessly.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1224\" data-start=\"1143\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1157\" data-start=\"1143\"\u003eDAUGHTER1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1160\" data-start=\"1157\"\u003eMaybe if you start by moving her out of the house it would help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1298\" data-start=\"1226\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1240\" data-start=\"1226\"\u003eDAUGHTER2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1243\" data-start=\"1240\"\u003eOur family is known as the one with the weird daughter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1366\" data-start=\"1300\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1366\" data-start=\"1300\"\u003ePRISCILLA screams at the others, pulls at her hair and clothing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1506\" data-start=\"1368\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1382\" data-start=\"1368\"\u003eDAUGHTER1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1385\" data-start=\"1382\"\u003eThat for sure is attractive!\u003cbr data-end=\"1416\" data-start=\"1413\"\u003eWhat chance do we have of getting a husband when people think this whole family is mental?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1619\" data-start=\"1508\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1522\" data-start=\"1508\"\u003eDAUGHTER2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1525\" data-start=\"1522\"\u003eMom, you don’t know what it is like to have everyone talk behind your back, point and whisper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1707\" data-start=\"1621\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1631\" data-start=\"1621\"\u003eMIRIAM\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1644\" data-start=\"1632\"\u003e(angrily):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1647\" data-start=\"1644\"\u003eYou say I don’t know? . . . You would dare say I don’t know?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1791\" data-start=\"1709\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1723\" data-start=\"1709\"\u003eDAUGHTER1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1726\" data-start=\"1723\"\u003eYou don’t have to be around our friends when they make fun of us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2273\" data-start=\"1793\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1803\" data-start=\"1793\"\u003eMIRIAM\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1816\" data-start=\"1804\"\u003e(furious):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1819\" data-start=\"1816\"\u003eDon’t you ever go there! Never say such a thing!\u003cbr data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1867\"\u003eDon’t forget—I am her mother!\u003cbr data-end=\"1902\" data-start=\"1899\"\u003eI am the one known as “the mother of the imbecile”!\u003cbr data-end=\"1956\" data-start=\"1953\"\u003eI am the one who must face the stares and the glares every time I go to the market!\u003cbr data-end=\"2042\" data-start=\"2039\"\u003eEven worse—I am the one that is pitied!\u003cbr data-end=\"2084\" data-start=\"2081\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2100\" data-start=\"2084\"\u003e(makes a face)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2103\" data-start=\"2100\"\u003e“Oh you poor dear!”\u003cbr data-end=\"2125\" data-start=\"2122\"\u003e“Such a burden you must carry!”\u003cbr data-end=\"2159\" data-start=\"2156\"\u003e“Giving life to the deranged one!”\u003cbr data-end=\"2196\" data-start=\"2193\"\u003eYes—that is what I hear daily!\u003cbr data-end=\"2229\" data-start=\"2226\"\u003eSo don’t you ever infer that I have it easy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2323\" data-start=\"2275\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2289\" data-start=\"2275\"\u003eDAUGHTER2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2292\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003eSorry Mom, I just thought . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2445\" data-start=\"2325\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2336\" data-start=\"2325\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2339\" data-start=\"2336\"\u003eNo you did not think!\u003cbr data-end=\"2363\" data-start=\"2360\"\u003eHad you thought before you spoke you would never have made such a cruel statement!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2477\" data-start=\"2447\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2461\" data-start=\"2447\"\u003eDAUGHTER1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2464\" data-start=\"2461\"\u003eMom, we . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2523\" data-start=\"2479\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2490\" data-start=\"2479\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2493\" data-start=\"2490\"\u003eGet out of my sight! . . . Go!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2623\" data-start=\"2525\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2623\" data-start=\"2525\"\u003eDAUGHTER1 and DAUGHTER2 exit quickly. MIRIAM looks at PRISCILLA, shakes her head, begins to cry.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2676\" data-start=\"2625\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2676\" data-start=\"2625\"\u003eA knock. RUTH, MARTHA, PHOEBE, and JOHANNA enter.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2727\" data-start=\"2678\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2727\" data-start=\"2678\"\u003eThey glance at PRISCILLA and try to ignore her.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2778\" data-start=\"2729\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2740\" data-start=\"2729\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2743\" data-start=\"2740\"\u003eWhat brings all of you to my house?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2863\" data-start=\"2780\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2789\" data-start=\"2780\"\u003eRUTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2792\" data-start=\"2789\"\u003ePerhaps, Miriam, you have forgotten that Martha and I are your sisters?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2947\" data-start=\"2865\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2876\" data-start=\"2865\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2879\" data-start=\"2876\"\u003eNo Ruth, I have not forgotten—but you are hardly a frequent visitor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3115\" data-start=\"2949\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2960\" data-start=\"2949\"\u003eMARTHA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2963\" data-start=\"2960\"\u003eAnd visiting with you is hardly the pleasant event that one looks forward to, what with . . \u003cem data-end=\"3078\" data-start=\"3055\"\u003e(points to PRISCILLA)\u003c\/em\u003e . . .with her acting up as she does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3233\" data-start=\"3117\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3126\" data-start=\"3117\"\u003eRUTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3129\" data-start=\"3126\"\u003eIt is only because we love you and want the best for you that we make the substantial effort to be here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3306\" data-start=\"3235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3246\" data-start=\"3235\"\u003eMARTHA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3249\" data-start=\"3246\"\u003eOne would think you would be grateful that we come, dear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3388\" data-start=\"3308\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3318\" data-start=\"3308\"\u003eMIRIAM\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"3340\" data-start=\"3319\"\u003e(with false cheer):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3343\" data-start=\"3340\"\u003eOf course, Martha—I am grateful beyond words!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3539\" data-start=\"3390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3400\" data-start=\"3390\"\u003ePHOEBE\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"3425\" data-start=\"3401\"\u003e(pointing to JOHANNA):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3428\" data-start=\"3425\"\u003eJohanna and I just came as concerned neighbors; we wonder if there is anything we can do to assist in some way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3592\" data-start=\"3541\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3553\" data-start=\"3541\"\u003eJOHANNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3556\" data-start=\"3553\"\u003eWe really do want to help if we can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3673\" data-start=\"3594\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"3673\" data-start=\"3594\"\u003ePRISCILLA screams again, moves to the back of the stage, and resumes rocking.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3790\" data-start=\"3675\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3686\" data-start=\"3675\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3689\" data-start=\"3686\"\u003eWhat do all of you suggest?\u003cbr data-end=\"3719\" data-start=\"3716\"\u003eTell me what I can do with . . . \u003cem data-end=\"3775\" data-start=\"3752\"\u003e(points at PRISCILLA)\u003c\/em\u003e . . .with her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3860\" data-start=\"3792\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3801\" data-start=\"3792\"\u003eRUTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3804\" data-start=\"3801\"\u003eFirst you must go to the temple and make a sin offering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3955\" data-start=\"3862\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3873\" data-start=\"3862\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3876\" data-start=\"3873\"\u003eA sin offering? I am human, I sin—but for which particular sin am I confessing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4022\" data-start=\"3957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3968\" data-start=\"3957\"\u003eMARTHA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3971\" data-start=\"3968\"\u003eOnly you can know the sin which caused God’s wrath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4062\" data-start=\"4024\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4033\" data-start=\"4024\"\u003eRUTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4036\" data-start=\"4033\"\u003eOnly you and God, that is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4090\" data-start=\"4064\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4075\" data-start=\"4064\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4078\" data-start=\"4075\"\u003eGod’s wrath?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4263\" data-start=\"4092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4101\" data-start=\"4092\"\u003eRUTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4104\" data-start=\"4101\"\u003eMy Eli says it is clear that you committed a grievous sin against God—that God would so affect this . . . \u003cem data-end=\"4233\" data-start=\"4210\"\u003e(points to PRISCILLA)\u003c\/em\u003e . . .this person, this thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4314\" data-start=\"4265\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4276\" data-start=\"4265\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4279\" data-start=\"4276\"\u003eOh your husband says that, does he?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4379\" data-start=\"4316\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4325\" data-start=\"4316\"\u003eRUTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4328\" data-start=\"4325\"\u003eMy Eli serves in the temple. He knows these things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4473\" data-start=\"4381\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4392\" data-start=\"4381\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4395\" data-start=\"4392\"\u003eYour husband Eli is an idiot—and the whole town laughs at him behind his back!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4550\" data-start=\"4475\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4486\" data-start=\"4475\"\u003eMARTHA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4489\" data-start=\"4486\"\u003eIf you will remember, our mother warned you not to marry Max.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4637\" data-start=\"4552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4561\" data-start=\"4552\"\u003eRUTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4564\" data-start=\"4561\"\u003eWe all knew there had been generations of mental illness in Max’s family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4731\" data-start=\"4639\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4650\" data-start=\"4639\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4653\" data-start=\"4650\"\u003eThe only reason you were all against Max is because his father died penniless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4874\" data-start=\"4733\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4744\" data-start=\"4733\"\u003eMARTHA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4747\" data-start=\"4744\"\u003eTake a sin offering. Go to the temple and admit that you sinned.\u003cbr data-end=\"4814\" data-start=\"4811\"\u003ePerhaps God may forgive you and might even remove the curse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4917\" data-start=\"4876\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4887\" data-start=\"4876\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4890\" data-start=\"4887\"\u003eGet out of here—all of you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4986\" data-start=\"4919\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4930\" data-start=\"4919\"\u003eMARTHA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4933\" data-start=\"4930\"\u003eFine, you ungrateful fool. But you know we are right!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5011\" data-start=\"4988\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"5011\" data-start=\"4988\"\u003eRUTH and MARTHA exit.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5071\" data-start=\"5013\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5024\" data-start=\"5013\"\u003ePHOEBE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5027\" data-start=\"5024\"\u003eIf there is anything we can do to help . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5206\" data-start=\"5073\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5083\" data-start=\"5073\"\u003eMIRIAM\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"5095\" data-start=\"5084\"\u003e(laughs):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5098\" data-start=\"5095\"\u003eYou heard my sisters.\u003cbr data-end=\"5122\" data-start=\"5119\"\u003eI am the demon-possessed mother of a demon-possessed daughter!\u003cbr data-end=\"5187\" data-start=\"5184\"\u003eNow leave me alone!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5223\" data-start=\"5208\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"5223\" data-start=\"5208\"\u003ePHOEBE exits.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5272\" data-start=\"5225\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5237\" data-start=\"5225\"\u003eJOHANNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5240\" data-start=\"5237\"\u003eThere is a stranger in the city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5326\" data-start=\"5274\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5285\" data-start=\"5274\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5288\" data-start=\"5285\"\u003eA stranger? Tyre is full of strangers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5380\" data-start=\"5328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5340\" data-start=\"5328\"\u003eJOHANNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5343\" data-start=\"5340\"\u003eThis is a different kind of stranger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5433\" data-start=\"5382\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5393\" data-start=\"5382\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5396\" data-start=\"5393\"\u003eDifferent? How different—in what way?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5469\" data-start=\"5435\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5447\" data-start=\"5435\"\u003eJOHANNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5450\" data-start=\"5447\"\u003eHe is a man of God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5569\" data-start=\"5471\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5482\" data-start=\"5471\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5485\" data-start=\"5482\"\u003eJust what I need, Johanna—another temple preacher to tell me what I have done wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5629\" data-start=\"5571\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5583\" data-start=\"5571\"\u003eJOHANNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5586\" data-start=\"5583\"\u003eHe is different, Miriam.\u003cbr data-end=\"5613\" data-start=\"5610\"\u003eHe heals people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5674\" data-start=\"5631\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5642\" data-start=\"5631\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5645\" data-start=\"5642\"\u003eI have tried all the doctors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5712\" data-start=\"5676\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5688\" data-start=\"5676\"\u003eJOHANNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5691\" data-start=\"5688\"\u003eYou should see Jesus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5734\" data-start=\"5714\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5725\" data-start=\"5714\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5728\" data-start=\"5725\"\u003eJesus?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5926\" data-start=\"5736\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5748\" data-start=\"5736\"\u003eJOHANNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5751\" data-start=\"5748\"\u003eHe is Jesus of Nazareth.\u003cbr data-end=\"5778\" data-start=\"5775\"\u003eSome say He is the Messiah.\u003cbr data-end=\"5808\" data-start=\"5805\"\u003eHe heals the blind, causes those who can’t walk to jump and run.\u003cbr data-end=\"5875\" data-start=\"5872\"\u003eAnd just last week—He raised someone from the dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5971\" data-start=\"5928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5939\" data-start=\"5928\"\u003eMIRIAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5942\" data-start=\"5939\"\u003eIf only I could believe . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"6037\" data-start=\"5973\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"6037\" data-start=\"5973\"\u003eJOHANNA begins to sing “Stranger In The City” by Inez Andrews.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"6037\" data-start=\"5973\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"6037\" data-start=\"5973\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e DramaShare members get this complete script— and access to our entire library—free! 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What begins as a reflection on Father’s Day slowly unfolds into something richer… heavier… and unexpectedly beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1199\" data-start=\"962\"\u003eInside a worn box labeled “Treasures,” we discover what truly mattered to a father: not wealth, not accomplishments—but the imperfect, handmade gifts of a child. A crooked school project. A candy wrapper. A moment of grace after failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1330\" data-start=\"1201\"\u003eAnd somewhere between laughter and tears, the audience realizes—they’re not just watching a story… they’re remembering their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1429\" data-start=\"1332\"\u003eThis monologue doesn’t shout. It doesn’t rush. It quietly settles into the heart and stays there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e  1 (male) monologue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e Exodus 20:12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e bare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003estandard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003enone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e  standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elarge box marker “TREASURES” and inside some ornaments, wooden objects, empty candy box and papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e  7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1666\" data-start=\"1642\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1664\" data-start=\"1642\"\u003eactor comes on stage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"390\" data-start=\"305\"\u003eFather’s Day. . . .\u003cbr data-end=\"327\" data-start=\"324\"\u003eDad’s Day . . .\u003cbr data-end=\"345\" data-start=\"342\"\u003eA day to honor our fathers, our dads. . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"423\" data-start=\"392\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"421\" data-start=\"392\"\u003epauses, shakes head, smiles\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"542\" data-start=\"425\"\u003eMy Dad, my Father . . .\u003cbr data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"448\"\u003eHe’s gone now . . .\u003cbr data-end=\"473\" data-start=\"470\"\u003eDied back when I was a teenager . . . . 18 or 19 . . . guess I was.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"635\" data-start=\"544\"\u003eLooking back, . . always felt . . . I dunno . . . cheated is the word, I guess . . kinda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"710\" data-start=\"637\"\u003eSo for me, . . Father’s Day is . . .\u003cbr data-end=\"676\" data-start=\"673\"\u003eI dunno . . . different I guess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"745\" data-start=\"712\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"743\" data-start=\"712\"\u003emoves a few steps, in thought\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"871\" data-start=\"747\"\u003eI kinda remember Dad’s funeral . . . all the flowers . . all the wonderful things the pastor and others said about my Dad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"926\" data-start=\"873\"\u003eHow Dad was a great friend, family man, man of God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"969\" data-start=\"928\"\u003eOnly thing went through my mind was . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1036\" data-start=\"971\"\u003e“Keep the flowers and words . . . just give me back my Father.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1073\" data-start=\"1038\"\u003eBut Dad wasn’t coming back. . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1227\" data-start=\"1075\"\u003eAfter Dad died I found this big ol’ box, high up on a shelf in Dad’s closet, “Treasures” written in big letters, handwriting distinctly my Dad’s . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1304\" data-start=\"1229\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1302\" data-start=\"1229\"\u003eopens the box, sorts through, takes out an ornament and a piece of wood\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1317\" data-start=\"1306\"\u003eWow . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI remember, . .  when I was a kid . . . preparing for Father’s Day . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually there would be some kinda school project . . . \u003cem\u003e(looks at ornament)\u003c\/em\u003e . . . making a something outta plaster of paris . . \u003cem\u003e(looks at piece of wood)\u003c\/em\u003e . .  maybe a something outta wood. . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ethinks, chuckles\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCame time to bring my creation home from school, hand it to my dad . . .\u003cbr\u003e“Happy Father’s Day Dad!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Made this for you Dad, . . . special for you Dad!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook on my Dad’s face . .  it was . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003egets emotional, wipes eyes, signals audience to stop, as though someone is comforting him\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHey, listen . . . no idea where that came from it’s just that . .\u003cbr\u003eAnyhow, like I was saying . . . look on my Dad’s face was like he had . . I dunno . .  like he had just been given the Nobel Peace Prize . . 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Dianne has returned after a long season of mistakes—poor choices, broken trust, and deep regret. She expects shame. Maybe rejection. What she finds instead is something she never imagined: grace.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis powerful three-person drama gently challenges audiences to confront self-righteousness, bitterness, and the scandalous generosity of forgiveness. 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It wasn’t your letter I was waiting for . . . I wanted to see you. Oh it’s so great to have you home my darling!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2392\" data-start=\"2295\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2306\" data-start=\"2295\"\u003eDianne:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mom, you need to know . . . I have been in some bad places . . doing bad things and .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2529\" data-start=\"2394\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2402\" data-start=\"2394\"\u003eMom:\u003c\/strong\u003e I know all about it Dianne. . . And I have been praying that you would turn your back on that and come home, where you belong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2651\" data-start=\"2531\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2542\" data-start=\"2531\"\u003eDianne:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mom! . . You don’t understand! . . . All the times I have borrowed money from you . . even stolen money. . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2931\" data-start=\"2653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2661\" data-start=\"2653\"\u003eMom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dianne! . . . I know what you’ve done, I am not blind! . . . And there has been no shortage of people around here who have been all too available to bring me news of all you were involved in. . . But listen to me child . . . You have come home, that’s all that matters!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3066\" data-start=\"2933\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2944\" data-start=\"2933\"\u003eDianne:\u003c\/strong\u003e How can you say that what I have done doesn’t matter? . . . You and Dad didn’t raise me that way . . I let everyone down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3204\" data-start=\"3068\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3076\" data-start=\"3068\"\u003eMom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dianne, before your Dad died he told me that even though you were lost you would be back, and what a celebration that would be!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3387\" data-start=\"3206\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3225\" data-start=\"3206\"\u003eDianne, crying:\u003c\/strong\u003e How could I have done that to Dad? . . That really hurt the most you know . . knowing how Dad’s heart must have broken every time he thought of what I was doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3471\" data-start=\"3389\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3397\" data-start=\"3389\"\u003eMom:\u003c\/strong\u003e There were many tears sweetheart. . . But he left a present for you . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3495\" data-start=\"3473\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3484\" data-start=\"3473\"\u003eDianne:\u003c\/strong\u003e A present?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3564\" data-start=\"3497\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"3564\" data-start=\"3497\"\u003eMom picks up a chain with a ring, fastens it around Dianne’s neck\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3701\" data-start=\"3566\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3584\" data-start=\"3566\"\u003eDianne, shock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mom! . . . That is . . Dad’s ring! . . How could he . . How could I . . Noooooo!\u003cbr data-end=\"3668\" data-start=\"3665\"\u003eI don’t deserve it!\u003cbr data-end=\"3690\" data-start=\"3687\"\u003eI couldn’t!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3815\" data-start=\"3703\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3711\" data-start=\"3703\"\u003eMom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gifts are not for deserving. . .\u003cbr data-end=\"3747\" data-start=\"3744\"\u003eGifts are for giving!\u003cbr data-end=\"3771\" data-start=\"3768\"\u003eAnd gifts are for receiving. . ..\u003cbr data-end=\"3807\" data-start=\"3804\"\u003eIn love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3900\" data-start=\"3817\"\u003eThis isn’t my gift to you . . It is your Dad’s gift . . He wanted that you have it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3947\" data-start=\"3902\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3921\" data-start=\"3902\"\u003eDianne, crying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oh Mom! . . . 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A game show host, LOU CYPHER, swiftly enters.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"805\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"545\"\u003eLOU, exuberantly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eHey, hey, hey! Hello and welcome to \u003cem data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eWhat’s It Worth;\u003c\/em\u003e the show where you can win it all, as long as you’re willing to lose it all! Let’s meet our contestants, shall we? First up is a struggling single mother with four beautiful kids. Give it up for Marcie!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"866\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eMARCIE, grinning and waving nervously:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eHi, everybody!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"876\"\u003eLOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"879\"\u003eOur second contestant is also our reigning winner, who’s made it all the way through to the finals. 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First up is Marcie. \u003cem data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003e(points to video screen)\u003c\/em\u003e Marcie, here’s your prize!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eANNCR (VOICE ONLY):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eA brand-new luxury car!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003eA video screen projection of an expensive sports car, RECORDED APPLAUSE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eMarcie SQUEALS and CLAPS delightedly.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003eA video screen projection of a short list: GROCERY BUDGET, HOUSE PAYMENT, COLLEGE FUND\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eLOU, pointing to the screen:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eHere’s what you can trade: your grocery budget, your house payment, or your oldest daughter’s college fund. 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A simple act of kindness transforms two lives, reminding us that generosity still changes hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1013\" data-start=\"917\"\u003ePerfect for Christmas outreach services or community performances where faith meets real life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeautifully written by former DramaShare member Randy Harding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4+ m or f\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore Santa, adult male 30-50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarried Shopper, either gender, 30-50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShopper #1, any age, gender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShopper #2, any age, gender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore shoppers would be preferable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luke 3:11\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore exterior: table or tripod with donations bucket, sign\/decorations related to Christmas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mics if possible\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSong:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-umbrella\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand bell, Christmas-wrapped packages, shopping bags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Santa” wears ill-fitting\/shabby costume \u0026amp; beard.  Others wear normal street\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn order to properly perform this piece there is a need for pausing between lines to allow the interaction to happen between Santa and the individual shoppers. DO NOT rush this. The spoken words are short but the actual run time is 8 minutes or more. The key to the success of this script is the shopers with no spoken lines but ESSENTIAL geatures and reactions, practice this very carefully!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSample script\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003exterior: A department store entrance. A SANTA stands beside a donations bucket, ringing a handbell. Shoppers rush past, arms full of bags.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003eSANTA\u003c\/strong\u003e (monotone):\u003cbr data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003eHo, ho, ho. Merry Christmas.\u003cbr data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003e(to Shopper #1)\u003cbr data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003eThank you, friend, God bless you.\u003cbr data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003e(to Shopper #2)\u003cbr data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003eMerry Christmas. Ho, ho, ho.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003eA HARRIED SHOPPER exits the store, juggling several packages, and walks right past without noticing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2472\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2396\"\u003eSANTA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ho, ho, ho!\u003cbr data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003e(sotto voice, sarcastic)\u003cbr data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003eThanks for your generosity, pal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2540\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003eSHOPPER\u003c\/strong\u003e (stopping, startled):\u003cbr data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003eI’m sorry, what did you say?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2605\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003eSANTA\u003c\/strong\u003e (feigning innocence):\u003cbr data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2576\"\u003eWho, me? I said ho, ho, ho.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003eSHOPPER\u003c\/strong\u003e (perturbed):\u003cbr data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2634\"\u003eActually, I think you said something else—and it sounded pretty surly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2708\" data-end=\"2830\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2708\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003eSANTA:\u003c\/strong\u003e I don’t know what you’re talking about, friend. Merry Christmas, okay?\u003cbr data-start=\"2789\" data-end=\"2792\"\u003e(continues ringing bell) Ho, ho, ho!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"3062\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"2844\"\u003eSHOPPER:\u003c\/strong\u003e You know, I don’t think this store would appreciate their Santas being sarcastic. Not that it’s any of your business, but I happen to be in a hurry, and I just don’t have any change for your bucket. Is that a crime?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3174\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3073\"\u003eSANTA\u003c\/strong\u003e (uneasy):\u003cbr data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3086\"\u003eSure, friend, sure. No problem. You have a nice day and a Merry Christmas. Ho, ho, ho!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3176\" data-end=\"3211\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3176\" data-end=\"3188\"\u003eSHOPPER:\u003c\/strong\u003e I’d like an apology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3213\" data-end=\"3268\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3213\" data-end=\"3222\"\u003eSANTA\u003c\/strong\u003e (stops ringing, incredulous):\u003cbr data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3255\"\u003eAn apology?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3429\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3282\"\u003eSHOPPER:\u003c\/strong\u003e You heard me. The last thing I need today is a guilt trip from a five-dollar-an-hour Santa. You either apologize or I report you to the manager.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3431\" data-end=\"3489\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3431\" data-end=\"3487\"\u003eThe two stare at each other for several tense seconds.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3491\" data-end=\"3593\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3491\" data-end=\"3500\"\u003eSANTA\u003c\/strong\u003e (deflated):\u003cbr data-start=\"3512\" data-end=\"3515\"\u003eYou’re right, I’m sorry. It was stupid. I didn’t mean to take it out on you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"3624\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"3607\"\u003eSHOPPER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Take what out?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3626\" data-end=\"3649\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3626\" data-end=\"3636\"\u003eSANTA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Christmas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShopper, \u003cem\u003epuzzled\u003c\/em\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eChristmas?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSanta: \u003c\/strong\u003e Well, Christmas rage, I guess.  Frustration.  (\u003cem\u003ea beat\u003c\/em\u003e)  Look, all day long I watch people come in and out of this store loaded down with packages.  I mean, this is supposed to be such a tough economy, right?  But they're carrying computers, video games, even plasma TV's.  I'm trying to raise money for people who can barely afford to feed their kids, let along give them these kind of presents, yet what do I get? An embarrassed smile, if they even bother to look me in the eye, and then every once in a while, somebody'll toss in the change from their frappuccino. Great, huh? Merry Christmas.\u003cem\u003e (RINGS bell)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShopper, after a beat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow long have you been out of work?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSanta, angry at first, then slowly resigned:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds? \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDramaShare members get this complete script— and access to our entire library—free! Not a member? You can still grab this individual script and bring it to life.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare Ministries","offers":[{"title":"10 \/ 4 \/ Christmas - Family","offer_id":51473120592191,"sku":"tis-the-season-3765","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/santahelper.jpg?v=1760059584"},{"product_id":"the-reason","title":"The Reason","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrief and compassion are on the minds of a married couple as they struggle to come to grips with the battlefield death of their only son.\u003cimg class=\"alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg35\/pv\/IngimageContributors\/ING_33594_275235.jpg?token=dr8YWoELJe1iNKM5M84bWn84XSh9IWNXNOKsAC02LMQ\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=59\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\"\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/shopcdn.stockphotosecrets.com\/smsimg35\/pv\/IngimageContributors\/ING_33594_275235.jpg?token=dr8YWoELJe1iNKM5M84bWn84XSh9IWNXNOKsAC02LMQ\u0026amp;class=pv\u0026amp;smss=59\u0026amp;expires=4102358400\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e An answer comes in the form of an unexpected and unlikely visitor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTastefully written by DramaShare friend, Rusty Harding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRay Gilmore, middle age, husband of Helen, father of Kenny who was killed in war\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelen Gilmore, middle age, wife of Ray, mother of Kenny\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTom Lewis, middle age, his son was in the war with Kenny, saved his son's life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e   John 15:13\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etypical American living room with coffee table and couch, armchair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e     standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e    wireless mics if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e      \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edoorbell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRay and Helen are well dressed (returning from funeral)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTom is dressed more casual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efolded American flag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eframed photograph on the table at centerstage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelen's part should be played with angst \u0026amp; anger -- loss of her son is devastating.  Visitor is nervous, uncertain, yet obviously grateful and overwhelmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of Script:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eRay and Helen enter, appearing distraught. Ray carries a folded American flag. Helen sits, struggling to keep composure.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e I thought it went well, didn't you?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelen does not reply. Ray moves to the table, sets the flag next to a framed photograph, and touches the picture lovingly.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The chaplain gave a good sermon. Very moving. I thought the Army colonel had some nice things to say as well. Kenny may receive the Medal of Honor. Imagine that.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelen:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Why?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e What?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelen:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Why should I imagine our son receiving a medal? What good is a medal when you're dead?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helen, he saved four lives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelen, angry:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e What for? Answer me that, Ray! Saving from what? We're losing that war! We're accomplishing absolutely nothing! Nothing's changed—they still hate us, they're still training terrorists! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(sobs bitterly)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Why did my son have to die when it means nothing?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eRay struggles for words, walks toward Helen.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Doorbell rings.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eRay moves toward offstage, opens the door. Tom enters.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTom:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mr. and Mrs. Gilmore?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e We're the Gilmores, yes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTom:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mr. Gilmore, please forgive the intrusion. My name is Tom Lewis. I saw you at Private Gilmore's—that is, your son's—funeral. I wanted to speak to you then, but it didn't seem the right place. Would it be all right if I came in, sir?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is really not a good time, Mr. Lewis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTom:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes, sir, I understand, and I truly apologize. It’s just that, well, my son, Sgt. Paul Lewis, he was one of the soldiers your son saved in Afghanistan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eRay glances at Helen.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oh, well, yes, please. Please come in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eTom steps inside, smiles politely at Helen.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTom:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ma'am.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Did you know my son, Mr. Lewis?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTom, sits down at Ray's motion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thank you, sir. No, sir, I didn’t. I’m sorry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelen:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You said Kenny saved your son’s life?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTom:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes, ma’am. Paul wanted to be here himself, but he’s still in Walter Reed. He was wounded in the attack. He’s going to be okay, though. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(a beat)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thanks to your son.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eLong, awkward pause. All smile nervously at each other, struggling for words.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTom:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yeah, well, where to start? My son, Paul—he and I never really had the best relationship, you know? His mother and I split up when he was pretty young, and I was never exactly father of the year after that. I think we maybe saw each other a couple of times a year for a while, then we just sort of lost contact. His mom died in a car wreck not long after he joined the Army, so they called me when he got wounded. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e(choking up)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e When I saw him laying in that hospital bed, that was the first time I’d seen him in six years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelen:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e My apologies, Mr. Lewis, but how is this about Kenny?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTom, recovers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oh, yeah, I’m sorry. Got off track there for a minute. Paul, my son—he said that Private Gilmore—may I call him Kenny?—he said Kenny was sent up to his unit as a replacement the same day he was killed. Paul never really got to know him. He did say that Kenny was a good kid, a good soldier. Very polite, very polished. Said he followed orders without back talk, which Paul said is something of a rarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelen, wistfully:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e That's Kenny. Always polite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e DramaShare members get this complete script— and access to our entire library—free! Not a member? You can still grab this individual script and bring it to life.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"10 \/ 3 \/ Family - Father - Mother - Love\/Valentine","offer_id":50480729194815,"sku":"the-reason-3764","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/rayhelen.jpg?v=1741403279"},{"product_id":"for-a-second-chance","title":"For A Second Chance","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are no “reverse tape and correct\" options in life.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dramashare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/man-sitting-on-case.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-21714\" src=\"https:\/\/dramashare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/man-sitting-on-case-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no opportunities to undo what we have done, improve on decisions we have made, retrieve and change unfortunate and hasty words we have spoken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow would the innkeeper, using hindsight, have handled the situation when a young man and his very pregnant wife knocked on his door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeter was confronted while watching the trial of Jesus from a safe spot back in the shadows. And he denied even knowing Jesus. Would his \"re-engineered\" words have been different?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd it is the same today. . . words said in family, or among friends and acquaintances can’t be taken back, and re-doctored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no second chance, no \"retakes\" on what we have done, what we have said, or decisions we have made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOh, if only for a second chance. . . .\u003cbr\u003eI have always felt a playwright shouldn't have a favorite script, but this is one of mine. . . .\u003cbr\u003eUseful for Christmas, Easter or, even better, at any time of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e  1, monolog (m or f)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bible Reference: \u003c\/strong\u003e   Proverbs 12:18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e      bare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Lighting:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e     standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e    wireless mic if available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e    none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-volume-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SFX: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e  none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Costumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e   standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-book\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Props:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estar, small cross and a photograph frame are on a table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e   none\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e   12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eactor comes on stage, picks up a star, thinks, speaks\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was late at night after a long and frustrating day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe business owner and his wife had finally come to the end of the day, a day filled with looking after tired, and often impatient, travellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally the opportunity to take a seat, close weary eyes, celebrate the fact they had survived the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlowly the pressures of the day gave way to beautiful, blissful rest . . .  and soon to nod off in their chairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sharp knock on the door shattered the solitude of their rest . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIgnore it, it will go away. . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgain the knocking, louder this time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd a man’s voice . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Please, let me in!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“My wife is ill . .  I need help! . . .  Somewhere for my wife to lay down.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This isn’t a hospital and I am not a doctor,” the business man shouted back.  “There is a doctor’s office two blocks down the street; you will see his sign. . .”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the reply:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“We have no way of travelling a few steps, let alone a few blocks. . . Please, I beg you . .  let us in, just give us somewhere for my wife to sit down!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I told you! . .  We have no place for you, we can do nothing for your wife’s condition, now off you go before I set the dogs on you!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe voice outside now pleading:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“But sir, my wife is about to give birth . . .”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eactor takes a few steps, sets down the star and picks up a small cross, speaks\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn another town and in another time a man stood in the shadows, watching as a man was being taunted, bullied, slapped, ridiculed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the pain and hurt on the face of the man watching was as real as that on the face of the victim himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery ounce of decency within him made him want to rush out into the crowd and rescue the man who was being attacked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only was this an unprovoked attack on an unarmed and defenceless man, but, to make the situation even worse, the man being attacked was the best friend of he who stood watching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“How dare you attack my friend?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Leave him alone, you ought to be ashamed!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“If you must take out your hate in such a primitive way, . . . then leave him alone and let me suffer in his place.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Take me and let him go free!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose were the words the man felt compelled to say, . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut not a sound came from his lips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make matters worse, a conversation which took place between the two friends just hours before predicted that this would happen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust then a person in the crowd looked into the man’s face, saw the tears streaming from his eyes, and shouted to all . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Look everyone! . . . This man is crying for the criminal!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOthers around picked up the cry:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“You feel sorry for guilty one, do you?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Perhaps this man here is equally as guilty!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“At the very least, certainly a friend of his!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe man tried to move more deeply in the shadows but the crowd would not give in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“You are a friend of his, aren’t you?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe look on the man’s face quickly changed from compassion for his friend to fear for his own life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd he screamed out . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“That is stupid talk . . . I have never seen the man before in my life!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(pause, listens)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWas that a rooster crowing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eactor walks a few steps, sets down the cross and picks up a framed photograph, speaks\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat ungrateful child!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll that I have done for him over his 15 years of life, and this is how he thanks me!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf he is going to live under my roof he will follow my rules!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(pauses, looks up, desperate)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI simply can’t go on, the arguments, the constant bickering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI . . . simply . . . can’t!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(pauses, angry)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe is headstrong, unbending, refuses to accept my authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd he causes conflict between my wife and I . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy wife feels I am too rigid with him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut, the boy needs to accept authority; after all I am his father.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(pauses, thinks)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis . . . father . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot like my father was to me . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kid doesn’t have any idea of just how good he has it in my house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf he thinks I have rules, he should have seen how it was when I was a kid!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy father . . .\u003cbr\u003eMy father . . ruled our home like a tyrant!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf my son could see how it was when I was growing up . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen I was a kid growing up, I mean, things were . . . you don’t wanna know . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd finally, one day, after the worst fight ever,  . . . my father yells out:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“You ungrateful little punk! . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Get outta my house! . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I don’t never want to see you again!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(pauses, thinks, wipes his eye)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd my father never did see me again . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy father died . . . heart attack . .  later that night . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(pauses, emotional, wipes his eyes, shakes his head, recovers)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, look, no 15 year old kid needs to tell me about growing up with rules!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’ve been there. . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy kid’s got it good . . . believe me!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DramaShare","offers":[{"title":"12 \/ 1 \/ Christmas - Easter - Everyday","offer_id":50249201484095,"sku":"for-a-second-chance-3762","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3241\/0943\/files\/maninsuit.jpg?v=1737222994"},{"product_id":"late-night-visitors","title":"Late Night Visitors","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInnkeeper, His Wife, and the Baby Born That Night\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s the old, old story of the couple who came into town needing a room for themselves and for a soon-to-be-born baby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the past, when I wrote about these people and the situation that brought them together, I set the innkeeper’s wife in a kind of mellow, gentle light. But in thinking this through, recalling my younger years traveling through small, isolated towns, I’d stay in small inns and motels. The lady in charge, as I recall, wasn’t usually particularly mellow or gentle. In fact, she usually had an edge to her personality—likely necessary to deal with crusty salesmen and travelers, her main clientele.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut the same women, under their rough exterior, had a heart of gold. So, rightly or wrongly, I used this kind of person as the character of this monologue. I think this might have been how the innkeeper’s wife may have reacted that night 2,000 years ago.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-theater-masks\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1, monolog, middle-aged female\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-bible\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBible Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Luke 2:7\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fab fa-deezer\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bare\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e wireless mic\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-music\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Song: \u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-lightbulb\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e lower light\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-volume-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e SFX:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-umbrella\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProps:\u003c\/strong\u003e broom, stool\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-tshirt\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCostumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e likely traditional\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe character at the outset is clipped and forceful, an “in your face” lady, a rough nature. But as time goes by she mellows and becomes soft and almost loving.\u003cbr\u003eIt is important to set the pace of her speaking at a faster meter at the beginning, gradually slowing over the course of the piece, to the point where her speech is more thoughtful and concerned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample of script:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eactor comes on stage, sweeping\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003elooks around, shakes head, throws hand in the air, sits on stool\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople! . . . More people than this old hotel has ever seen!\u003cbr\u003eEvery room full!\u003cbr\u003eRestaurant is wall to wall, kitchen simply can’t keep up!\u003cbr\u003eAnd no end in sight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003elooks into audience, listens to question from unseen person\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAm I pleased to see the business?\u003cbr\u003eOf course I am pleased to see the business!\u003cbr\u003eI mean when me and Eli . . he’s my husband . . when we bought this inn we knew it was off the beaten track, we knew it wouldn’t be like booked up solid every night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003esmiles, shakes head\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYeh right! . . Booked up. . . Fact is not once in the six years we been here have we sold out all twelve rooms.\u003cbr\u003eNot so much as once!\u003cbr\u003eSo all is activity is great . . . .\u003cbr\u003eBut fact is I haven’t gone to bed for better than two days now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ethinks, smiles a weary smile\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo way I could go to bed even if I had the time . . my all-knowing, brilliant entrepreneur husband rented out my bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003estands, sweeps furiously\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’ve got to get these rooms cleaned up. . . it will soon be dark and the visitors will be expecting to have their rooms ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003estretches, rubs sore muscles, sits on stool\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Romans for sure blew it . .\u003cbr\u003eNo way they can keep up processing the people that have come into this town, all these people showing up at once for the census.\u003cbr\u003eSo the crowds of visitors won’t be heading for home any time soon.\u003cbr\u003eWhen my husband and me bought this hotel six years ago we had this big pipedream thought of having the rooms sold out and the restaurant filled to capacity. . . Never happened, until now that is.\u003cbr\u003eNow our wallets are full but . \u003cem\u003e.(stretches)\u003c\/em\u003e . . my back is broken!\u003cbr\u003eAnd our staff! . . .\u003cbr\u003eSome staff I tell ya!\u003cbr\u003eDemand top dollar, drag themselves around like a turtle with a broken leg . . and then rob you blind.\u003cbr\u003eMy mother told me I oughta get a 9 to 5 job but oh no! . . . I gotta go be my own boss!\u003cbr\u003eMe, not the smartest cookie my Mom turned out I tell ya!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003estands, holds broom\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI gotta get back at it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003elooks around, disgusted\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou know, the way these people leave their room, junk all over . . . you would think they were born in a barn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003estops, thinks\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhich, . . . I gotta tell you, . . . isn’t as far out as you might think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003elooks into audience, listens, frowns\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou mean you didn’t hear?\u003cbr\u003eNight before last, hotel full to the rafters, this young couple came to the hotel, said they need a room bad.\u003cbr\u003eI say, “You and half the population of the known world, seems like.”\u003cbr\u003eYoung man says they’ve been on the road all day and how he’s tried all the other spots in town and no one has any room.\u003cbr\u003eThen I see the young woman . . no older than my twelve year old daughter Hester, looks to me. . .\u003cbr\u003eAnd the young girl is pregnant.\u003cbr\u003eOne look and I can see the girl is about to give birth. . .\u003cbr\u003eI can tell these things . . I should . . . I’ve had fourteen children of my own. . .\u003cbr\u003eThe young man is begging me to find a room for his wife . .\u003cbr\u003eAnd my husband Eli is shouting from the kitchen that we have no room, send them away.\u003cbr\u003eSo I say to the young man, “I’m sorry, all our rooms are filled, there isn’t a room to be found for any price, sorry.”\u003cbr\u003eAnd he just sort of loses it, shakes his head.\u003cbr\u003eHe says if it’s just him, no problem, he sleeps in the street, but there’s his wife...\u003cbr\u003eOK, now what am I supposed to do with this tricky development?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to see how the story unfolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e DramaShare members get this complete script— and access to our entire library—free! Not a member? 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