Full Length Christian Drama Scripts

Set in 1863 Missouri, A Lasting Peace is a drama that tells the story of a young man's attempt to find peace during the hostile days of the American Civil War. Humorous interaction between the characters keep the play lighthearted. Young Billy's antics only seem the more humorous when compounded by Mrs. Perkins' disapproval.

Although this script is written as a musical, it is possible to adapt the play for use without the music. Except for the theme song, all music is from the Civil War era. Accompaniment includes piano, violins, and harmonica.

4F / 12 M with extensive doubling possible for male roles
Extra women and children for townpeople
Approximately 2 hours with period music
2 sets - simple house and variations of an army camp

Royalty: free if used with no admission fees or donations; $35/performance for other productions

Set in Kansas during the Great Depression, this musical drama is part mystery, part comedy. During the summer of 1932, the characters discover that true love is not just about emotions, but is a choice that is faced daily. Mattie especially faces a difficult decision when she must choose between following her own emotions, or obeying her father.

7 F / 5 M minimum
Extras for picnic scenes if desired
2 sets - Yatesville Park and Whitney Hardware
Approximately 1 1/2 hours with music

Royalty: free if used with no admission fees or donations; $35/performance for other productions

This full-length drama tells the story of a small Missouri town's struggle during the early days of the Oregon Trail. Will Becket has his heart set on Oregon Territory, but his sister, Jenny, is hesitant. When obstacles are finally overcome, it seems his dream has come true. But disaster strikes, decisions must be made, and trusting the Lord becomes essential. Interesting characters, including hard-of-hearing Pa Spencer, bitter Sarah Smith, and "Jumpin' Jiggers" Jeb, the wagon train master, keep the drama from becoming too heavy.

3F / 7-10 M with doubling possible for several male roles
3 sets - country store, small kitchen, and the opening scene suggesting a cemetery
Approximately 1 hr. 45 min. with music

Royalty: free if used with no admission fees or donations; $35/performance for other productions

In this comedy, Dr. Moorcroft awakens on the 10th anniversary of his wife's death to discover that the new maid is overly talkative, the weather is turning nasty, and the only thing that could make the situation worse is the arrival of a family caught in the storm. Set in 1922 upper New York, the comedy takes a turn when the doctor realizes that the wife has a serious illness, but that he might be able to help her. In the end, the characters learn that God does work all things together for good for those that love Him. Exciting characters include Dr. Moorcroft, the fastidious housekeeper, and the verbose maid.

3F / 4M, 1 boy, 1 girl
1 set - den in the Manor
60 minutes

Royalty: free if used with no admission fees or donations; $25/performance for other productions

A retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's story, "The Emperor's New Clothes," this Christian comedy focuses on the reasons why we don't do what we know is right. You just might see yourself in one of the colorful characters which include the Bard of Bungle, Duchess Grace, and the Duke of Tardi.

3F / 8M with possible doubling for two male roles
1 set - throne room
60 minutes

Royalty: free if used with no admission fees or donations; $25/performance for other productions