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Remove FilterHappy New Year's Drama!
Join us as we ring in the New Year with some festive and heartwarming short scripts that are perfect for New Year's Eve and beyond! Come and celebrate new beginnings, reflect on the past, and embrace the possibilities of the future with these New Year's themed scripts! Read Post →
Fast and Easy Last-Minute Christmas Drama!
Join us as we explore a list of fast and easy last-minute Christmas dramas! Whether you're looking to put together a fun and festive performance at the last minute or you're simply needing some quick ideas to add a dramatic moment to your celebrations, we've got you covered! Read Post →
Last-Minute Easter Scripts
If you're running low on time and you're still on the fence about adding a special dramatic flourish to your Easter services––don't worry, we've got you covered! Check out our short list of last-minute scripts that are easier to learn, rehearse, and perform! Read Post →
Just Getting Warmed Up
Ever feel like your performance is slightly out of tune? As if the lines aren’t quite “hitting,” or you just can’t seem to relax on stage? The reason could be as simple... Read Post →
Words, Words, Words: Tips to Writing Effective Christian Sketches
A "Q & A" with the editors of Drama Ministry
Q: What top 3 things should a playwright keep in mind when writing pre-sermon sketches for their church?
A: 1. A pre-sermon drama doesn't have to come full circle. The temptation is... Read Post →
The Power of a Compliment
I’ve been working out (aka exercising) for about a year now. No, I haven't attained consistency that borders on irrationality, but I have managed to become a regular in a great Tuesday/Thursday class. For me this is nothing short of miraculous. Not long into my regimen, I looked in the mirror and wished for more —more of the good, less of the bad. To my eye, it seemed as if nothing had changed…until one day. Read Post →
10 Things To Do Before Your Performance
I remember vividly the night I was performing in a high-school one-act. I was having the time of my life gabbing and laughing backstage before the play started, not really concerned about the role I'd soon be portraying. The curtain opened, I strutted onto the stage, and... Read Post →
Pick Up The Pace
Helping beginning actors to understand - and make use of - timing is one of the most practical ways to improve their performances. Read Post →
Time For A Creative Boost!
Summer is the perfect time to prepare for the busy Fall/Winter season by recharging your group's creativity. Read Post →
Acting Skill Exercises
5 exercises to try in your rehearsals Read Post →