A New Act Begins at DramaShare!

My name is Rick Murray, and I am the new owner of DramaShare Ministries. I never imagined I would be in this position, but I am deeply honored to fill it. Before we continue, let’s give a heartfelt standing ovation to John and Judy Alexander, the incredible couple who founded DramaShare and wrote many of its beloved scripts — along with a talented team of contributing writers who helped bring powerful stories of faith to life. 

Based in Canada, John and Judy dedicated themselves to this ministry. Fun fact: Judy came up with the name DramaShare, which has come to mean a great deal to many.

Their passion for faith-based drama has equipped churches, ministries, and storytellers with powerful scripts and resources that have touched the lives of countless individuals. DramaShare is not just about putting on another play; it's about bringing meaningful stories to the stage. Stories that move hearts, spark laughter, and sometimes bring tears.

Although DramaShare Ministries is now based in the U.S., its heart hasn’t changed. I'm simply picking up the torch that John, Judy, and other scriptwriters lit, continuing their mission to provide faith-filled scripts to churches, homeschool groups, and everyday storytellers to help them share the Good News about Jesus through drama.

How I Got Here (Hint: It Started With a Christmas Church Skit )

Like many of you, I first discovered DramaShare while searching for the perfect Christmas play. I was a Sunday school teacher in Iowa, wrangling a group of enthusiastic—and slightly chaotic—kids and brave adults. We were hoping to put together something meaningful. I found the perfect script on Dramashare. From the first rehearsal to the final stage line, I was hooked.

From there, my journey took an unexpected twist. Leveraging my years of web development experience, I teamed up with John to fight website glitches, navigate tech hiccups, and share countless prayers as we kept DramaShare.com running. We almost gave up more than once, but John’s vision for faith-based drama was worth fighting for.

Why Drama Just Feels Like Home 

Though I'm no Hollywood actor, storytelling has always been close to my heart. Theater is magical. Stepping onto a stage transports you to a different world, whether it's ancient Jerusalem or a modern-day skit that resonates with daily life.

I had my first stage experience in Houston, Texas, as an eighth grader, nervously recounting stories of Old Testament heroes with flannel boards and pieces. Later, in high school, I performed a passionate monologue about witnessing Jesus's crucifixion for a talent competition in front of judges and peers. Even in my theater writing class at Iowa State University, where I could have written any type of script, I chose to tackle a faith-based theme.

Now, my three sons have also embraced theater, participating in church productions and homeschool performances, because drama is simply fun.

The Show Must Go On!

John’s beloved wife, Judy, has passed, and in John’s words, his act is already past intermission.  This is exactly why I’m here—to keep the spotlight shining on what they started. This ministry is too important to fade. If you haven’t done so, I invite you to read John’s letter to the DramaShare community.

What’s Next?

To our cherished DramaShare family,
Thank you for faithfully journeying alongside John and Judy. I am honored to continue this journey with you and am committed to nurturing and expanding their vision for future generations.

To those who are new to DramaShare, welcome! You are now part of an inspiring community of storytellers, visionaries, and believers who recognize the power of drama to share the message of Jesus.

DramaShare Ministries is dedicated to supporting you with inspiring scripts, helpful resources, and heartfelt encouragement. We will enable you to bring God's message to life on every stage.

Let's grow together, dream boldly, and continue sharing the stories that matter most.

May God Bless You, Dramatically!
Rick Murray and family
DramaShare Ministries, LLC