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A THOUGHT
A vicar and a nun find themselves chatting together on a park bench – they find they have certain things in common
This play forms part of the SIX VIEWS collection.
This play was previously published under the name of Max Porter as the writer.
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ALTOGETHER
Eustace has taken up a new lifestyle and he is happy to sell his new-found joy with others!
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BOOK OF THE YEAR
Felix Porter is a writer of various genres of fiction under various names. When his agent enters one of his books into a new Book Competition there begins a chaotic attempt by Felix, his boyfriend Jeremy and his agent Stella, to try and lay claim to the £250,000 prize money – bending a few rules in the process. A group of amateur actors and Felix’s mother, Valerie, all add to the resulting confusion.
THIS PLAY CONTAINS ADULT THEMES
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BRING ME SUNSHINE
Annie likes to look on the bright and sunny side of life!
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CENTURION
The Final Test Match between South Africa in 2000 was a match that was mired in controversy and formed part of the mix-fixing scandal surrounding the then SA cricket Captain, Hansie Conje. Centurion is a dramatised version of the events which eventually turned the match into one of the most notorious cricket matches ever.
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DINNER
Elderly couple, Hilda and Ernest, have an uninvited guest, but they are determined to try and be normal and have their roast dinner as usual……… an unexpected tale.
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DONNY OSMOND TURNED ME GAY
Mervyn is ready to admit something he has kept a secret for many years. It is going to be good to get it off his chest!
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FUNERAL JOY
Perry has always wondered what his own funeral would be like and decides to find out!
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HAMLET IN ANTARCTICA
5 theatre folk gather to discuss a forthcoming production of Hamlet for a prestigious occasion. Their discussions vary and conflict as they seek to be politically correct and all-inclusive.
THIS PLAY CONTAINS ADULT THEMES & LANGUAGE
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I WILL NEVER PLAY HAMLET
Eric, an actor of 73, reflects on the role which evaded him over his career.
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I WILL NEVER PLAY JULIET
Alice, a working actress of 69, reflects on her career and her opinions on a role she longed to play.
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JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
Faced with the prospect of being overrun by Pizza Parlours; the dastardly plan of the wicked Giant Fatbelly and his evil henchman Dirty Daz, can the local town survive?  It’s Jack to the rescue as he leads the townsfolk against the forces of wrongdoing!
Will Jack manage to overcome the Giant? Will Jack’s Mum, Dame Dolly Trott, ever get her dairy up and running again? Will Daisy the Cow find her moo? Will milkmaid Jill find true love? And what are Ant and Dec to do with the plot at all?
All these questions and more will be revealed in JACK & THE BEANSTALK!
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JULIUS CAESAR – A Potted Shakespeare
An accessible version of Shakespeare’s play. Written in a straightforward language, it provides a condensed version of the play which may be suitable for younger audiences. The play contains 15 roles, but it may be performed with doubling with about 10 actors.
Easy to stage and with no complex elements.
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NEXT OF KIN
Archie is in his hospital bed. Frustrated by everything around him and by the constant questions he is asked about his next of kin.
This play contains adult language.
A VERSION OF THE PLAY WITH A LARGER CAST IS AVAILABLE
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NEXT OF KIN – PLAY VERSION
A man in an acute medical ward is frustrated by being in hospital and wants to go home. Fed up by the continual questions he faces from the nursing staff.
This play contains adult language
THIS PLAY IS ALSO AVAILABLE AS A MONOLOGUE
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PINK 24
Margaret is in charge of the raffle at the Upton Gusset Pantomime – she has a mixture of bad and awful prizes – all except one – who will be the holder of the lucky ticket?
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PROPER NAMES
Peter is frustrated after he is picked up for spelling someone’s name incorrectly. He opens up a can of worms!
This play contains adult language.
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SCRATCHING THE SURFACE
The 2018 Ball Tampering Saga on stage
A (more or less) verbatim drama about the events in the test match between South Africa and Australia at Cape Town in March 2018 and the fallout of following the attempt to alter the condition of the cricket ball which was caught on tv cameras.
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SCROOGE THE PANTOMIME
As Christmas approaches, Mr Scrooge is in anything but a festive mood. But this will be a Christmas he will never forget as he is visited by various eccentric ghosts who urge him to show some cheer! Meanwhile his housekeeper, Dame Dottie Dilber is busy trying to prepare dinner in spite of her daft son Jonny! It’s all a typical Christmas of rushing about buying food and singing carols – but at the heart of the show is a story of good triumphing over all that is nasty!
Will the Cratchits get their proper Christmas Dinner? Will Scrooge ever stop saying ‘Humbug’? Which will be the scariest Ghost? And where is Tiny Tim?
All these questions and many others will be answered in this wonderful entertainment for all the family!
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SIX VIEWS
A series of 6 x 10 minute plays all set on a park bench.
The plays are all published separately
A THOUGHT
A CHANCE
A PLEASURE
A FAVOUR
A PLAN
A BREAK
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TASTY
Two people are sitting at a table. There is food and drink. They talk. Why are they there? What is happening? By the end of the play we find out.
This script contains elements unsuitable for very young people.
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THE BIG BAT AFFAIR
The strange and rather comic story of how the cricket bat came to be 4.25 inches wide. A period piece of cricketing history and a companion piece to CENTURION – All Male Cast
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THE CELL MONOLOGUES – BANG!
Edna is in a police station cell. How and why she finds herself there is something she explains. What is it that has happened? Do we really know?
THIS PLAY CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGE
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THE CELL MONOLOGUES – CLOUT
Jez is a young man with a past, but he is trying to reform. Is he the culprit here? Was he just in the wrong place at the wrong time? Do the police just want a quick solution?
THIS PLAY CONTAINS ADULT THEMES
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THE CELL MONOLOGUES – COMFORT
Something has happened and Maddie finds herself in a police station – her life will change forever – she has no idea who to turn to for help.
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THE CELL MONOLOGUES – DOUBT
LEN has found himself in a police cell, awaiting questioning. He has been in trouble with the law before but has reformed. Hasn’t he?
THIS PLAY CONTAINS ADULT THEMES
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THE CELL MONOLOGUES – JENNY
Laurence finds himself in a police station cell. He has lashed out at his wife who he hates. He has been pushed over the edge and will face some consequences for his actions. Whatever the result, his life will change.
THIS PLAY CONTAINS ADULT THEMES
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THE CELL MONOLOGUES – ME TOO
Faye is 22 and has committed a crime. She has been arrested and is awaiting further questioning about her actions. But did she have good reason to do what she freely admits she did? Will the consequences of her action make matters worse for her?
THIS PLAY CONTAINS ADULT THEMES & LANGUAGE
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THE COMPLETE CELL MONOLOGUES
6 short monologues all set in a police station cell.
Further details of each can be found in their individual entries;
THESE PLAYS CONTAINS ADULT THEMES & LANGUAGE
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THE DEATH OF CRICKET
A satirical (?) look at the future of the game of cricket. A forthright, straight talking Chairman sets the cat among the pigeons as he seeks to implement new rules on the game he oversees and dislikes.
This play contains adult language.
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THE DEATHS OF JAMES MASON
The Hollywood actor reviews his film career focussing on the various ways in which he died or was killed on screen.
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THE LAST RITES OF ORSON WELLES
The great Hollywood star Orson Welles is in the twilight of his career but has found work advertising wine on television commercials. But the process takes its toll and as he films one commercial he finds himself remininscing about one of his favourite film roles and how much he identifies with him.
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MODEL OF A MAN, THE by Paul Smith
Sam is an aspiring fashion model – his journey to achieve in his chosen career has been arduous and devastating. However, he is determined to exert his will and determination to reach the goals he has set himself. A monologue which lifts the lid on the torment suffered by some in a stark and compelling narrative.
THIS PLAY CONTAINS ADULT THEMES & LANGUAGE
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THE PORTRAIT
Based on true events, The Portrait tells of the conflict between Sir Winston Churchill and the artist, Graham Sutherland, when a portrait was commissioned of the Prime Minister for his 80th Birthday.
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THE SCENT OF CHRISTMAS
A family Christmas. The dinner is cooking and drinks are being handed round. Gran is looking forward to her presents – she made a list this year. But will she get what she wants?
A seasonal sketch about unwanted Christmas presents!
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THE THREE MUSKETEERS – THE PANTOMIME
The famous story by Alexander Dumas takes a lurch in the direction of Pantomime as young d’Artagnan seeks to become a Musketeer, but is thwarted all the way along by his Mother, Dame Daphne d’Artagnan who has followed him to Paris. With a foe in the shape of the formidable Cardinal Richlieu, will d’Artagnan achieve his dreams? Will the Queen ever find her golden pear earrings and will the Three Musketeers ever stop saying ‘All For One and One For All’?
All this and plenty more in this madcap version of the classic story.
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THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA – A Potted Shakespeare, adapted by Paul Smith
Proteus and Valentine and great friends, but when their love lives come into conflict with each other; a strain appears in their relationship. Along with some antics from their servants, a dog and some strong-willed women, love wins out in the end.
A 45 minute version of this wonderfully fun Shakespeare play.
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THE UNDERSTUDY
Malcolm has been the permanent understudy for the great actor Sir Giles Ross, but he has never taken to the stage. And he is bitter about it! How can he find a way to make Sir Giles miss just one performance!
This 30 minute monologue explores Malcom’s frustrations and life as an understudy in the theatre.
THIS PLAY CONTAINS ADULT THEMES & LANGUAGE
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THE WIZARD OF OZ – A PANTOMIME
A new take on the classic story of Dorothy Gale and her adventures. Frustrated with her school days and bored of life at home with her Aunt and Uncle, Dorothy is caught in a cyclone which whisks her and Toto away to the Land of Oz. Here she encounters the dance-crazy Munchkins,  the Wicked Witch of the West and the Good Witch of the South West (who rather resembles her school cook). She meets new friends; a scarecrow, who tells awful jokes, a tin man who is found at a rubbish tip and a lion who bears a passing resemblance to her headmaster. As the gang all try to make their way to meet the Great Oz so he can help make their wishes come true, they are hampered by Flying Monkeys (John, Paul, George and Ringo) and the Wicked Witch’s Winkie army!
Once in the Emerald City they have one final hurdle to leap as they battle the Wicked Witch of the West! Will Dorothy make it home? Will the Scarecrow tell a funny joke? Will Toto be saved from the Winkies, and who really is the Great Oz? All is revealed in this fun packed adventure pantomime!
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