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"Cell Phone Zombies" Short sketch comedy skit about cell phones and time travel. Written for 4 actors of either gender and options for several extra actors. From the published play "Control the Future" ISBN-13: 978-1540666581

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"Little Wishes" (short script for 6 actors - 4 female, 2 male)

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"The Three Marauders" (short script for 8 actors - any gender)

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"The Princess's New Clothes" (free play preview) Short comedy play for 7-11+ actors

What happens when a princess wants to wear too many clothes?

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"Gingerbread Girl" This play continues where the tale of the Gingerbread Man left off but adds some new comedy twists. The story ends up being more Frankenstein than fairy tale but promises a happy ending. This is a stage play script for children of all ages. The play has a flexible cast of around 20 roles.

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"Worrying About the Future (A Comedy)" is a scene from the published play "Control the Future" ISBN-13: 978-1540666581. This is a short play script for two either (male or female - one child actor and one adult character - or it could be two siblings - one older and one younger). The script is a short comedy script about a kid who wants to make a difference in the world. This is a good, light-hearted script for discussions about helping others and making the world a better place. For two actors of either gender (male or female).

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"Weird" (free preview) scene for 2 female actors from the play "Flowers in the Desert" available from Amazon.com ISBN-13: 978-1530169085 (Book or Kindle)
or purchase a low cost PDF of the scene on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Lincoln Jefferson Jones" (free preview) scene for 2 female actors
from the play "Flowers in the Desert" available from Amazon.com ISBN-13: 978-1530169085 (Book or Kindle)
or purchase a low cost PDF of the scene on Sellfy.com (PDF)





"Superhero Support Group" is a comedy stage play script in one act about superheroes who decide to give up their powers and be normal again. The play is for 7 actors of either gender.

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"Death Takes the Train"A short play for four actors about Death's new mode of transportation. Readers will have fun with the humor but there are many serious questions about death and an afterlife for discussion.

Free Preview: http://freedrama.net/deathtrain.html

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"Touched by an Alien" (free preview) Short comedy about space explorers that discover a new kind of alien. 5 actors of any gender (plus possible non-speaking roles).


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"Pain Scale" (free preview) A wacky comedy scene for two actors any gender but written for 2 men. From the published play "Control the Future" ISBN-13: 978-1540666581.

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"The Waiting Room" (free preview) A short dramatic scene for 3 actors (written for 3 men but can be done by any gender - female version) from the published play "Death of an Insurance Salesman" ISBN-13: 978-1518665547.

Low cost PDF: https://sellfy.com/p/brJl/



"Monster Survival Skills During A Gremlin Outbreak" - Short comedy stage play script for 3 or more actors. From the published play "Control the Future" ISBN-13: 978-1540666581.

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"Fart-Zen" - very short comedy for three or more actors (any gender).

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"Hippies, Housewives, and Watering Holes" - 10 minute play - 2 w 1 m.

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"Stung" A short comedy about someone who wants to be one with nature but nature doesn't like her. (4 speaking parts with possible extras).

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"Looks Get in the Way" Short comedy about finding the perfect person. 2-3 m 1-2 w (4 total).

Low cost PDF: https://sellfy.com/p/eKXS/

2 Actor version that can be used for Webcam Zoom Online acting


"The Chile Pepper Chicks Webcast" Short comedy about two country girls who dream of making it big - Webcam Zoom Online script


"Peggy the Pint Sized Pirate"
A play for all ages about a little pirate with big dreams.

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"Music Maybe" is a wacky comedy stage play script for four actors about the first all percussion rock band. There are both male and female versions. There are some outstanding monologues for each character that provide excellent character studies for actors.

Free Preview: http://freedrama.net/musicf.html (female version)

http://freedrama.net/musicm.html (male version)

Low Cost PDF: https://sellfy.com/p/KRso/


"The Owl, The Bull and the Forest" is a short play for two or more actors that discusses the two sides of environmental conflicts. This is a kid friendly play that encourages critical thinking skills about nature and basic needs.

Free Preview: http://www.freedrama.net/owlbull.html

Low Cost PDF: https://sellfy.com/p/66JR/


"Dragon Trouble"

Children's Play: Susie Sally Sassafras and her fairy friends like to make a lot of trouble. They decide to create problems in the peaceful kingdom of Chalupa. The play has a flexible cast with anywhere from 8 characters to dozens of parts. This is a short, one act play.

Free Preview: http://freedrama.net/dragontrouble.html

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"The Captain and the Cat" takes audiences on an Adventure in Dimension X. Ever wonder why cats get the crazies? This sci fi comedy script reveals the story behind the strange behavior of cats and takes the captain to another planet for a journey he'll never forget.

Free Preview: http://freedrama.net/capncat.html

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"Snow White and the 7 Kachus"
short comedy play for kids

This Freedrama.net play features our website mascot the Kachu! Kachus can been found all over the website... on the Freedrama title... acting out some of the plays in pictures... but now you can see these cute little birds in action in a quest for their favorite food... cupcakes! They make friends with Snow White (who makes the best cupcakes ever) and help save her from the evil Queen who wants to stop her from making these treats which give her a tummy ache. Low cost PDF: https://sellfy.com/p/2bLA/

A scene from "The Hysterical History of Cleopatra" - short comedy play about the famous Egyptian Queen - for 9 or more actors (as few as 7 with doubling) 2-4 females and 4-6 of any gender.

Low cost PDF: https://sellfy.com/p/EL32/



"Hipster Hobos" Short sketch comedy skit about when being too cool is too annoying. 1+ m 1+ w (3-6+ total). From the published play "When Mel Fell for Nell" (ISBN-13: 978-1512007183). The script is a short comedy play about the funny side to people who hang out in restaurants looking cool, using the latest gadgets with the free wifi, but not ordering anything. This is a fun way to take a look at our modern society's obsession with new technology. The scene is written for 6 actors but can be done with more or less. There needs to be at least 1 male and 1 female. The Hipsters can be any gender and any number.

Free Preview: https://freedrama.net/hipster.html

Low Cost PDF: https://sellfy.com/p/50aD/



"Even Monsters Can Be Princesses" One act children's play about a little monster who dreams of being a princess - 9 actors

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"Call for Help" (free preview) (for 2 actors) from "Death of an Insurance Salesman" ISBN-13: 978-1518665547 (Book or Kindle) or purchase a low cost PDF of the scene on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Okay Gang Let's Split Up" (free preview) (for 3 actors) from "Death of an Insurance Salesman" ISBN-13: 978-1518665547 (Book or Kindle) or purchase a low cost PDF of the full play on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"The Boogie Man" (free preview) (for 2 actors) from "Death of an Insurance Salesman" ISBN-13: 978-1518665547 (Book or Kindle) or purchase a low cost PDF of the full play on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Dead End Job" (free preview) (for 3 actors) from "Death of an Insurance Salesman" ISBN-13: 978-1518665547 (Book or Kindle) or purchase a low cost PDF of the full play on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Draculala" (free preview) (comedy for 2 actresses - female duologue) - purchase a low cost PDF of the scene on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"G I Jane and Major Pain" (free preview) (for 2 actresses - female duologue - one younger and one older) - purchase a low cost PDF of the scene on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Corporal Wayne and Major Pain" (free preview) (for 2 actors - male - one younger and one older) - purchase a low cost PDF of the scene on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Munch My Macho Taco" (free preview) This free stage play script is a skit for 2 actors (1 male and 1 female). The female is a little old lady but can be played by a younger actor in a wig since which can add to the comedy of the scene. From the play "My William Shatner Man Crush" available on Amazon.com ISBN-13: 978-1505910155 (Book and Kindle) or purchase a low cost PDF at Sellfy.com (PDF)


"El Taco Feo Lives!" (free preview) Comedy scene for 3 males. From the play "My William Shatner Man Crush" available on Amazon.com ISBN-13: 978-1505910155 (Book and Kindle) or purchase a low cost PDF at Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Big Nose" (free preview) comedy scene for 6+ actors (3-4 male, 2-3 female) from the play by the same name available on Amazon.com ISBN-13: 978-1542471077 (Book) or purchase a low cost PDF of the full play on Sellfy.com (PDF)

"You Look Amazing" (free preview) (2 actors - 1 male 1 female) from the play "Big Nose" available on Amazon.com ISBN-13: 978-1542471077 (Book) or purchase a low cost PDF of the full play on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Ow!" (free preview) scene for 3 actors from the play "Holka Polka" available on Amazon.com ISBN-13: 978-1502445490 (Book or Kindle) or purchase a low cost PDF of the scene on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Pig Nose Princesses" (free preview) scene for 5 actors from the play "Holka Polka" available on Amazon.com ISBN-13: 978-1502445490 (Book or Kindle) or purchase a low cost PDF of the full play on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Deadly Fighting Princess" (free preview) scene for 2 actors from the play "Holka Polka" available on Amazon.com ISBN-13: 978-1502445490 (Book or Kindle) or purchase a low cost PDF of the full play on Sellfy.com (PDF)


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If you want to find a funny (humorous) skit, go to Short Comedy Scripts.

Or if you need a script for two performers, try our
Duologues (2 Actor Scripts).

Or use this link for some school friendly plays:
Short Scripts for Actors of All Ages


"Grace" Short drama of an angel who has fallen in love with a mortal. 2w 1m. From the published play "Secrets of My Soul" ISBN-13: 978-1493533589 (Book or Kindle) or purchase a low cost PDF of the full play on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Hippies, Housewives, and Watering Holes" - 10 minute play - 2 w 1 m or purchase a low cost PDF of the script from Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Dragon Trouble" Children's Play: Susie Sally Sassafras and her fairy friends like to make a lot of trouble. They decide to create problems in the peaceful kingdom of Chalupa. The play has a flexible cast with anywhere from 8 characters to dozens of parts. This is a short, one act play. Buy a low cost PDF at Sellfy.com (PDF)


"The Gingerbread Girl" This wacky play takes place after the story of the Gingerbread Man. It's a mix of the fairy tales and the story of Frankenstein! Buy a low cost PDF at Sellfy.com (PDF)



"Blinded by the Knight" comedy play about a comic books store, a couple of nerds and beauty queen - 3 m 2 f - from the play "Between Good and Evil" Amazon.com (Book) - Or buy a low cost PDF of the script on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"Game Boy" scene for 3 actors - 2 female 1 male from Operation Redneck Amazon.com (Book) or purchase a low cost PDF of the full play on Sellfy.com (PDF)


"A Hysterical History of the American Revolution" Short comedy for ten+ actors.





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