Middle School Plays
Middle School Theatre! We understand finding plays for middle school students is never easy. That's why we've partnered with popular playwrights to create play scripts specifically written for student actors - short plays, mysteries, comedies, and more.
Whether you are searching for a one-act play for competition, a crowd-pleasing comedy, or a riveting drama, Stage Partners has just what you need for your middle school theatre program. Beginners and advanced actors welcome.
Browse our selection below and read every play script for FREE!
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The Women's Land Army
Length: 10-15 minutesCast Size: 3 actors (3F)Genre: DramaSynopsis:
Mary, Helen, and Ruth are working on a farm in New York as they serve in The Women’s Land Army (WLA), a civilian WWII organization where women replace men in agricultural positions. Despite their differences, Mary, an experienced farmer from Iowa, Helen, a New York City college student, and Ruth, a teenager from nearby Poughkeepsie, are brought together by their contribution to the war effort. H... -
I Said Run.
Length: 10-15 minutesCast Size: 4 actors (4F)Genre: ComedySynopsis:
Shadow, Ivy, and Dolores have gathered together to snap their friend Mara out of whatever funk she's been in. Sadly, it might be the last thing they ever do. This play is part of the short play collection It's Her Say and can be licensed separately or as part of the collection. -
Warm the Bones
Length: 10 minutesCast Size: 4 actors (4F)Genre: Dramedy, ComedySynopsis:
A group of friends having a Christmas party in a creepy old house have an eerie encounter. This play is part of the short play collection Holly, Jolly, & Extra Folly and can be licensed separately or as part of the collection. -
The Art Dealer is Impressed
Length: 10 minutesCast Size: 3 actors (3 any)Genre: ComedySynopsis:
When a condescending art dealer mistakenly views the wrong piece and is—for once— impressed, they prove one person's trash is another person’s masterpiece. This play is part of the short play collection Rogues' Gallery and can be licensed separately or as part of the collection. -
Mayonnaise Mayonnaise
Length: 10 minutesCast Size: 3 actors (suggested casting: 1F, 2M)Genre: ComedySynopsis:
A father attempting to connect with his kids mistakes the art gallery for a touristy immersive experience. This play is part of the short play collection Rogues' Gallery and can be licensed separately or as part of the collection. -
Midnight Bandits
Length: 10 minutesCast Size: 3 actors (any gender)Genre: ComedySynopsis:
When a trio of art thieves arrive for a heist, their plan is sure to go off without a hitch…unless, of course, there’s a roommate dispute. This play is part of the short play collection Rogues' Gallery and can be licensed separately or as part of the collection. -
Fancy People Like Fondue
Length: 10 minutesCast Size: 2 actors (suggested casting: 1F, 1M)Genre: ComedySynopsis:
When a custodian decides to make a grand romantic gesture, the results are unexpected. This play is part of the short play collection Rogues' Gallery and can be licensed separately or as part of the collection.