The Boxcar Children

adapted from the book by Gertrude Chandler Warner

Adapted by Jon Jory from the book by Gertrude Chandler Warner

Length: 55-65 minutes

Cast Size: 12-20 actors (suggested casting: 11F, 9M)

Genre: Drama

Sub-Genre: Adaptation, Historical, Adventure

Synopsis:
Performed with a bare stage and suggested props, we are led by an ever-observant Stage Manager as our meta-theatrical guide in Jon Jory's touching and magical adaptation of The Boxcar Children, the beloved children's book created by teacher Gertrude Chandler Warner. This classic story of four precocious orphans finding their way in a small New England town is sure to tug on every audience member's...Read More

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Acting Edition Book A published paperback edition of the play. Use for perusal reading or production purposes.	$11.99	$0
Stage Manager Edition A published edition of the play in a 3-ring binder, single-sided with extra-wide margins for taking notes. Great for stage managers and directors.	$24.99	$0
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Type of Script	Price	Total
Acting Edition Book A published paperback edition of the play. Use for perusal reading or production purposes.	$11.99	$0
Stage Manager Edition A published edition of the play in a 3-ring binder, single-sided with extra-wide margins for taking notes. Great for stage managers and directors.	$24.99	$0
PDF Production / Classroom Scripts Printable PDF scripts intended for PRODUCTION or CLASSROOM USE. You must order one copy for each person in your cast/crew or classroom.	$11.00	$0
PDF Perusal Copy A Printable PDF for PERUSAL PURPOSES ONLY. Enter the number of copies you wish to print.	$11.00	$0

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Product specification details
Genre	Drama
Sub-genre	Adaptation, Historical, Adventure
Length Type	Full-Length
Theme	Faithful Adaptation, Coming-of-Age, Family
Author Display	Adapted by Jon Jory from the book by Gertrude Chandler Warner
Cast Size	12-20 actors (suggested casting: 11F, 9M)
Approx. Running Time	55-65 minutes
Reviews	View Reviews

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Script PDF: $11.00

Acting Edition Book: $11.99

Stage Manager Edition: $24.99

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Performed with a bare stage and suggested props, we are led by an ever-observant Stage Manager as our meta-theatrical guide in Jon Jory's touching and magical adaptation of The Boxcar Children, the beloved children's book created by teacher Gertrude Chandler Warner. This classic story of four precocious orphans finding their way in a small New England town is sure to tug on every audience member's heartstrings. Perfect for schools and TYA community theaters.

Utah Theatre Bloggers
8/29/24

For All Ages

Even though the show was designed for a much younger demographic than the one that I am in, I was still able to appreciate many aspects of the show.