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“Objection Overruled” from COMPARING CHRISTMAS
THEME AND SOURCE
Comparison and Competition
1 Cor. 12:27; Rom. 12:4-5 “Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.” For we each have different work to do.”
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SYNOPSIS
What happens when highly competitive cousins face off? How do these arch rivals work through personal insecurities to find the greater good?
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CAST:
GRETA (F) highly competitive, over-achieving oldest cousin.
RUTH (F) next oldest cousin. Accustomed to dominating. Must prevail.
GRAYSON (F/M) Greta's younger sibling. Engaging, charming.
RIDLEY (M/F) Ruth's younger sibling. Speaks and acts like an
attorney in the making. Intelligent, formal, comedic.
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CHALLENGE LEVEL: Advanced
RUNTIME: 6:00
“Jerry's On His Way” from CHRISTMAS IN ROOM 309
THEME AND SOURCE
Forgiveness and Belonging
Eph. 4:32 “Be kind and compassionate to one another,
forgiving each other, just as in Christ God has forgiven you.”
SYNOPSIS
Unresolved family issues surface when Grandpa Oscar Long ends up in the hospital on Christmas day,
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CAST
GRANDMA/KATHERINE LONG (Female) Nurturing, warm, engaging.
ALEX: (Male or Female) Appealing, athletic, over-achieving, older cousin.
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GINA: (Female) Adult daughter of GRANDMA. Mother of ALEX.
WAITING ROOM HOSTESS: (Female) Gum smacking, phone addicted,
otherwise oblivious. Strong comic character actress.
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CHALLENGE LEVEL: Intermediate
RUNTIME: 6 Minutes
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“Going to the Next Round” from NERVOUS: The Musical
THEME AND SOURCE
Facing Fears
Isaiah 41:13 “Do not fear; I will help you.”​
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SYNOPSIS
Becky struggles with and upcoming mandatory interview.​
CAST:
BECKY (F) Responsible, thoughtful, leadership qualities.
JAMEY (M/F) Mature, loyal, keeps Pinky in line.
PINKY (F) Fun loving, spirited, keeps it light, stays on the surface.​
CHALLENGE LEVEL: Intermediate
RUNTIME: 4:30
"I Will Decide" from RALPH TO THE RESCUE
THEME AND SOURCE
True Friendship
Prov. 18:24 “Some friends may ruin you,
but a real friend will be more loyal than a brother.”
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SYNOPSIS
Not-so-athletic Ralph wants to impress Pageant Girl, Katie Beth. But his thinking might be misguided. Broad, "Peanuts" style characters.
CAST:
RALPH (M) 3-8th Grade. Kind, vulnerable, not an athlete.
KATIE BETH (F) 3-8th Grade. Pageant girl, spoiled, oblivious.
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CHALLENGE LEVEL: Beginner
RUNTIME: 3+ minutes
“What’d you Hear?” from Presentation Day: WORD POWER
THEME AND SOURCE
The Power of our Words​
Prov. 18:21 “Our words have the power to build people up…
or tear people down…”
SYNOPSIS
Nellie juggles friendships, confidences, and fears on Presentation Day.
CAST:
NELLIE (F) terrified to speak in front of the class.
GIGI (F) Cheerleader. Shiny surface, intimidating to other students.
​CHALLENGE LEVEL: Beginner
RUNTIME: 3:30
“Listening Party” from SERVICE PROJECT
THEME AND SOURCE
Teamwork and Serving Others​
Hebrews 10:24-25 “And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works.”
SYNOPSIS
Will quiet, thoughtful Rachel compromise her good judgement?
CAST:
PEYTON (F) Popular, superficial, accustomed to being followed.
MACY (F) Peyton's friend group, but more thoughtful and mature.
RACHEL (F)Mature, wise, unassuming, not accepted in Peyton's crowd.
HARLEY (M/F) Unconventional, deeply engaged in hobby.​
CHALLENGE LEVEL: Intermediate~Advanced. Quick pick ups
RUNTIME: 4:30
“Vengeance is Mine” from BACKSTAB: The Musical
​THEME AND SOURCE
Speaking the Truth in Love​
Eph. 4:15; Rom 12:17 “Do not repay anyone evil for evil.” “...by speaking the truth with love, let’s grow in every way into Christ.”
SYNOPSIS
Ashley thinks Mia is her friend...until she overhears something.
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CAST:
ASHLEY (F) Loves the Lord, struggles with confrontation.
DUSTY (F) Best friend to Ashley, bold, struggles with anger.
​CHALLENGE LEVEL: Intermediate
RUNTIME: 3:30 version & 4:30 version available
“Confrontation” from BACKSTAB: The Musical
​THEME AND SOURCE
Speaking the Truth in Love
Eph. 4:15; Rom 12:17 “Do not repay anyone evil for evil.” “...by speaking the truth with love, let’s grow in every way into Christ.”
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SYNOPSIS
Ashley overhears Mia talking about her. Dusty seek revenge.
CAST:
ASHLEY (F) Loves the Lord, struggles with confrontation.
DUSTY (F) Best friend to Ashley, bold, struggles with anger.
​CHALLENGE LEVEL: Intermediate~Advanced. Wide emotional range.
RUNTIME: 4:30
"Will We Help You Practice?" from NERVOUS: The Musical
THEME AND SOURCE
Facing Fears
Isaiah 41:13 “Do not fear; I will help you.”
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SYNOPSIS
Becky struggles with and upcoming mandatory interview.
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CAST:
​BECKY (F) Responsible, thoughtful, leadership qualities.
JAMEY (M/F) Mature, loyal, keeps Pinky in line.
PINKY (F) Fun loving, superficial.
​CHALLENGE LEVEL: Intermediate~Advanced. Quick pick ups.
RUNTIME: 4:30
“Katie Beth's Birthday” from RALPH TO THE RESCUE
THEME AND SOURCE
True Friendship
Prov. 18:24 “Some friends may ruin you,
but a real friend will be more loyal than a brother.”
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SYNOPSIS
Broad, "Peanuts" style characters. Not-so-athletic Ralph wants to impress Pageant Girl, Katie Beth. Laura steps into true friendship.
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CAST:
RALPH (M) 3-8th Grade. Kind, vulnerable, not an athlete.
LAURA(F) 3-8th Grade. Thoughtful, old soul, unassuming, confident.
KATIE BETH (F) 3-8th Grade. Pageant girl, spoiled, oblivious.
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CHALLENGE LEVEL: Beginner
RUNTIME: 4:30