What’s trending at Broadway Licensing Global? Check out this week’s most popular plays and musicals from Broadway Licensing, Dramatists Play Service, and Playscripts. Top 5 Trending Plays & Musicals Clue: On Stage Based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn, Written by Sandy Rustin, Additional Material by Hunter Foster & Eric Price, Original Music by Michael Holland Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount …
10 Classic Plays Audiences Love
From Tony Award® and Pulitzer Prize-winning works to timeless favorites with decades-long staying power, these classic plays are some of the most sought-after titles in our catalog. Love Letters by A.R. Gurney Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner, both born to wealth and position, are childhood friends whose lifelong correspondence begins with birthday party thank-you notes and summer camp …
9 Farces Audiences Love
Step into the world of hilarity and absurdity with our ultimate guide to farces! From theatre classics to new hits, these comedic masterpieces always delight audiences. Explore the timeless appeal of farces, uncovering the witty plots, unforgettable characters, and laughter-inducing situations that define this beloved genre. One Man, Two Guvnors by Richard Bean Brighton, England. 1963. Change is in the …
10 Fan-Favorite Plays with Large Casts
Do you have an abundance of actors who want to be involved in your next production? We’ve rounded up a list of 10 favorites that each boast 10 or more speaking roles so you’ll have plenty of parts to go around. Great for Community Theatres You Can’t Take It With You by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman The family …
11 Stellar Plays with Small Casts
Small-cast plays often lend themselves to some of the most powerful and impactful stage performances, and we have so many to choose from! Whether you’re limited by the number of actors you have available, or just looking to put on a more intimate show, these plays boast all the drama, heartbreak, and laughs with five characters or fewer. The Legend …
ENOUGH! ANNOUNCES SIX WINNING PLAYS BY EMERGING TEEN WRITERS ON ENDING GUN VIOLENCE
ENOUGH! Plays to End Gun Violence has announced this year’s winners of its national short play competition. Six impactful plays tackling the subject of gun violence were selected, representing the creative voices of teen playwrights nationwide. The plays and playwrights chosen for this year’s competition are: “The Smiles Behind” by Niarra C. Bell from Virginia “A Call for Help” by …
CHRISTMAS IN JULY
While the sun shines brightly and the warm summer breeze dances around us, it may seem odd at first to start thinking about the holiday season. After all, the days are longer, and thoughts of snowflakes and jingle bells seem far away. However, believe it or not, this is the perfect time to embark on the annual quest to find …
Shows for New Beginnings
New beginnings are a recurring theme in the world of theater, as playwrights explore the transformative power of fresh starts and the complexities that come with them. In the shows Fireflies by Matthew Barber, The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin by Kirsten Childs, Shutter Sisters by Mansa Ra, A Kind of Alaska by Harold Pinter, and Bubble Boy …
The Ultimate One-Act Guide for Back-to-School Planning
No matter if you’re looking for a library building, classroom use, directing projects, performances, or competitions, we’ve rounded up our recommendations for one-acts for this school year. See titles in the following categories: New Releases Flexible Casting Minimal Set Pre-approved for Competition Cuts
The Ultimate Play Guide for Back-to-School Planning
School is back in session! Still setting your season? Find your next great play here! Browse our recommendations in the following categories: Female-Led Gender Expansive Diverse Stories Challenging Roles Minimal Set Large Cast Pre-Approved for Competition Cuts