Drama

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by A. R. Gurney (Author)With a mixture of gentle comic poignancy and dramatic tension, one of America's leading contemporary playwrights here examines the problems which arise when John, a leading playwright, returns home to ask his parent's permission to produce his latest work, a play about his family. The Cocktail Hour had a long and successful run in New York and successful tours in both the UK and Australia.2 women, 2 men Number of Pages: 58 Dimensions: 0.12 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Da...

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by Peter Shaffer (Author)Edward Damson, famous English playwright, has died violently at his remote Aegean home. His son, whom he has never acknowledged, American academic Philip Damson, has had a lifelong obsession with the father he never knew and he begs permission from his stepmother, Helen, to write Edward's biography. She agrees reluctantly on the proviso that he tells the whole story - a story, she warns, he will find painful...5 women, 4 men Number of Pages: 110 Dimensions: 0.23 x 8.5...

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by Terry Pratchett (Author)Characters: 21 males, 15 females, Plus extras Scenic Requirements: Unit Set The de Magpyrs are the sort of vampires that would have Count Dracula spinning in his grave: modern, forward-looking and no longer afraid of holy water, garlic, religious symbols or, indeed, of anything else. This makes them very, very dangerous. Luckily for the Discworld, the three Lancre witches are on hand - and the battle is on Number of Pages: 198 Dimensions: 0.42 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Public...

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by Alan Ayckbourn (Author)> Comedy Alan AyckbournCharacters: 3 male, 3 femaleInterior A thunderstorm. In a windswept country house a family of failures wrangles over a will: a detective who has never solved a case; a writer, an artist and a composer whose works have never been published, shown or performed, and a dysfunctional teenager. Here are the prime ingredients for a murder mystery, but this diversion is by Alan Ayckbourne and it has a number of surprises. The victim is not who it sh...

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by Anthony Armstrong (Author), Arnold Ridley (Author)A house like Sir George Wareham's Barwell Towers needs a butler deluxe; and Bellamy fills the bill. In fact, he is too good to be true. No real-life butler could achieve the know-how and aplomb of Bellamy; only years of laying stage butlers could produce such a polish. Bellamy, separated from his wife, Mavis, and tired of the uncertainty of the boards, is serving sir George and Lady Wareham. Life at Barwell Towers is not exactly smooth; wha...

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by Richard Stockwell (Author)A chance meeting brings Rick and Jane together at Rick's house in this clever and challenging thriller. At first, their conversation seems innocent. Gradually the truth emerges: it is not Rick's house at all; he engineered their meeting; he knows about Jane's marriage to a violent and unsavory man and he wants that man dead for his own reasons. Jane is happy with his plan, but she is not what she appears to be either. The encounter becomes combative as the charact...

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by Tom Stoppard (Author)Flora Crewe, an unconventional, young English poet living in India in 1930, is having her portrait painted by local artist Nairad Das and writing letters home to her sister Nell. Intermittent scenes, which are set in England in 1980, focus on Nell as she sorts through the cherished letters to aid Flora's would be biographer, Eldon Pike. Within this context, Indian Ink weaves a captivating, whimsical love story that underscores aspects of relationships between cultures ...

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by Keith Waterhouse (Author)Gambler, journalist, fervent alcoholic and four-times married Jeffrey Bernard writes the "Low Life" column for the Spectator magazine chronicling Soho life as well as offering a very personal philosophy on vodka, women and race-courses. From this, Keith Waterhouse has brilliantly constructed a play (the title being the euphemism used by the Spectator when Bernard is incapable of writing his column) which is set in the saloon bar of Bernard's favourite Soho pub, the...

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by John Van Druten (Author)Based on E. F. Benson's hilarious novels, written in the 1920s and 30s, of the war for social supremacy between Lucia and Miss Mapp in Tilling are brought to the stage with all the wit, irony and humour of the originals. Hitherto, Tilling's doyenne has been Miss Mapp; Lucia is the supreme poseuse who peppers her speech with Italian phrases she doesn't understand. When Lucia rents Miss Mapp's house for the summer the battle lines are drawn...-6 women, 5 men Number of...

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by Edward Taylor (Author)What happens when two writers who have worked together for years start to hate each other? The team has won awards and made money. Harry Kent has saved and invested and now lives with his glamorous wife in a sun drenched luxury flat high above the Sussex coast, where the play is set. Paul Riggs has spent his fees on booze and birds, and he lives in dread of bookies' heavies. Harry wants to break the partnership that is Paul's lifeline, but Paul knows a sinister secret...

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by Emlyn Williams (Author)Dan, a bell hop who arrives at the Bramson bungalow, has already murdered one woman and there is little doubt that he will soon murder another: the aged Mrs. Bramson herself. He skillfully insinuates himself into her affections while attempting to seduce her suspicious niece Olivia from exposing his diabolical intentions. And though she professes loathing, Olivia is attracted and fascinated by Dan. Fatally.5 women, 4 men Number of Pages: 106 Dimensions: 0.22 x 8 x 5 ...

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by Simon Williams (Author)Margot Buchanan is a witty ex-actress in a retirement home. She is visited by a young actress who is having an affair with Leo, Margot's ex-husband- and by Leo's current wife Judy. Leo arrives but suffers a fatal heart attack. Thus the scene is set for chaotic hilarity as Leo's ghost appears, anxious to sort out matters between his three women, and visible only to Margot's psychic friend Freda 5 women, 2 men Number of Pages: 74 Dimensions: 0.15 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publica...

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by David Hare (Author)Originally published: London: Faber and Faber, 1995. Number of Pages: 112 Dimensions: 0.23 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: January 31, 2015

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by Ben Elton (Author)Doris Wallace has everything a tough tabloid columnist could want: a toy boy with a regular supply of Colombian, a pretty personal assistant who might share her libidinous preferences, and the prospect of her own television show. Being sued by an actress for libel is a petty annoyance, but Doris puts her in her place by revealing her ample cleavage as she flirts with the judge and spouts populist bravado. She is ready to celebrate her victory in court when things begin to...

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by Christopher Fry (Author)Resigning himself to the autumn of his life, the Duke prepares to seek a wife from three of his former mistresses, selected by his son, following the tradition of Paris by offering an apple to the chosen one. However when a radiant young girl, Perpetua arrives. The Duke snatches the apple and offers it to her, but she draws on a pistol and shatters it. Her father the agent wishes her to marry the Duke, but the latter resigns himself to marrying the mistress who real...

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by Michael Wall (Author)Set in Penang, Malaysia, and based on a true story, this powerful, gripping and unnervingly funny play focuses on two young Englishmen facing the death sentence for drug-trafficking. Their bewilderment and inadequacy in dealing with the experience, and their reactions to an alien culture, together with those of their families, only serve to make matters worse.4 women, 5 men Number of Pages: 82 Dimensions: 0.17 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: November 19, 2013

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by Derek Benfield (Author)Rachel's husband Victor never suspects that she is keeping an assignation with a young man in the house of her good friend Georgina. Why should he? He has other things on his mind- in the shape of the said Georgina, who he is meeting secretly while her husband Henry, an actor, is safely occupied in the theatre. But Henry returns home unexpectedly and the two couples are forced into a riotous whirlwind of lies and misunderstandings...-3 women, 4 men Number of Pages: 9...

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by Harold Pinter (Author)Flora and Edward invite the match seller into their home. The match seller is silent; faced with this silence, Edward destroys himself while Flora gains strength, until finally Flora turns Edward out with the tray of matches. The midsummer's day which began with Edward having a 'slight ache' ends in his total disintegration. Number of Pages: 46 Dimensions: 0.1 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: October 26, 2015

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by Martin Sherman (Author)New York's Playwrights Horizons had a success starring Elizabeth Ashley as the legendary Isadora Duncan. The acclaimed author of Bent brings us Paris 1923, and Duncan's desperate attempts to keep herself financially solvent to realize her dream of retirement: a school in Italy to teach young dancers her art while distracted by her mercurial husband, a poet who only speaks Russian, as well as various acolytes, through whose eyes we glimpse the greatness of Isadora "wh...

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by Rosary Hartel O'Neill (Author)Charaters: 3 male, 6 female One Interior/Exterior Set A historical drama that explores Edgar Degas' scandalous visit to New Orleans in 1872. Edgar Degas, the French Impressionist painter, is torn between helping his relatives in America and pursuing a career as a painter. Fame and family obligations come to a head when he discovers he is still in love with his sister-in-law, who is now pregnant and blind. As Edgar struggles with his own ethical conundrum, he ...

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by Edward Albee (Author)"In this vicious parable about America, Mummy and Daddy live in gilt-edged insecurity, Mummy ruling with an unholy vitality that has reduced Daddy to a terrible, contented impotence. Into the house strays a beautiful young man -- an American dream -- except that he can feel nothing because he is the twin of the child they killed years before."--Back cover. Number of Pages: 58 Dimensions: 0.12 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: February 27, 2015

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by Geraldine Aron (Author)Produced to acclaim in London, Edinburgh, and South Africa, this is the tender, simple story of the relationship between a sister (the author) and her younger brother, described in realistic and down to earth language. Episodic flashes of dialogue through the years are linked by the sister's narrative.1 woman, 1 man Number of Pages: 28 Dimensions: 0.06 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: October 09, 2015

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by Tom Stoppard (Author)Albert has a degree in philosophy and with a job as bridge painter has a new perspective on life up high. Through CPSs and programmed efficiency, he replaces four painters and the bridge is all his. He also has to get married - but that's another story. He's bothered by a reluctant suicide and by 1400 additional painters causing the bridge and Albert's dream to collapse.-2 women, 10 men Number of Pages: 46 Dimensions: 0.1 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: March 06, 2015

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by Noel Coward (Author) Number of Pages: 68 Dimensions: 0.14 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: July 17, 2013

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by Maureen Lee (Author)Ex-secretary and ex-mistress of a wealthy businessman who committed suicide, the unpleasant Laura complains to her neighbour that she would have inherited much more than her cottage if a certain will had not disappeared. The arrival of a strange woman with threats of blackmail results in Laura being deprived of her cottage - and more as she receives her full deserts.4 women Number of Pages: 28 Dimensions: 0.06 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: February 27, 2015

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by Charles Dyer (Author)Two longtime companions, hair-stylists on their off day give each other trims, manicures, and what only they can give one another, the love of outcasts. A hit in London and New York and later a film co-starring Richard Burton and Rex Harrison. "Blunt honesty...Succeeds in being compassionate without losing humor or dignity." The New York Post2 men Number of Pages: 58 Dimensions: 0.12 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: June 08, 2011

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by Diana Raffle (Author)Lacking in self esteem? Then enrol in Camp Confidence. That's what Maria (terrified of birds), Blanche (agoraphobic), Donna (single mum on probation) and Cherry (obsessive cleaner) have done. Led by the harrassed Julia and her assistant Fiona, the four learn a great deal about each other and themselves in this gentle, warm-hearted comedy, and emerge happier and more secure.7 women Number of Pages: 46 Dimensions: 0.1 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: April 12, 2006

Mr Macaroni and the Exploding Pizza Pie - A Play for Children - Paperback

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by John Gardiner (Author)This fun-filled play revolves around the antics of three waiters sacked by Mr Macaroni, the money-minded owner of the Pizza Pie Palace. They devise various schemes to get their jobs back, and are streered through their adventures with the help of the audience. After bangs, flashes, songs, dances, talking snakes and even exploding pizza pies, all ends happily with a double wedding.Large flexible cast Number of Pages: 50 Dimensions: 0.1 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: ...

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by Paul Thompson (Author)The action is based on the mythology surrounding the two Children's Crusades of 1212. A German boy, Nicholas, declares that God has commanded him to lead an army of children to Jerusalem to bring back the Cross. Thousands set off with him on the perilous journey. The mime sequences and the opportunities for improvisation make it an exciting experience for both the audience and the cast. The music is included in the text.8 girls, 13 boys Number of Pages: 104 Dimensions...

The Hundred And One Dalmatians - Paperback

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by Dodie Smith (Author)When Missus produces fifteen puppies, Cruella is enraptured and has the Badduns kidnap the litter. Distraught, Pongo and Missis enlist support on the Twilight Barking and encounter many adventures before rescuing their own pups - and a great many more.Large flexible cast Number of Pages: 66 Dimensions: 0.14 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: June 18, 2013 Accelerated Reader: Quiz Name: Hundred and One Dalmatians ...

Jack and the Beanstalk - A Pantomime - Paperback

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by Norman Robbins (Author)Norman Robbins' fun-packed pantomimes tell the traditional stories in a clear fast-moving style and can be staged simply or elaborately, as required. The choice of music is left to the director.Large flexible cast Number of Pages: 62 Dimensions: 0.13 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: February 20, 2015

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by John Morley (Author)The folk tale is embellished with fresh touches as the legend of the Sword in the Stone is reflected in Jack's methods, the Dame has a tremendous fight with the Giant's evil henchman and the original Vegetable Fairy displays her usual Power for Good (she is frequently overly optimistic and bungles her efforts). The climatic contest between Jack and the Giant is described in detail and special interpolations include an updated version of a famous Grimaldi comedy "baby ba...