I was a drama teacher for more years than I care to admit, and over the years have written lots of easy musical plays and assemblies for primary schools. I have a commercial website too which is https://www.easyprimaryschoolplays.com where you can preview the plays and the music. Please make your purchase at TES.com though because you will save up to 80%
I was a drama teacher for more years than I care to admit, and over the years have written lots of easy musical plays and assemblies for primary schools. I have a commercial website too which is https://www.easyprimaryschoolplays.com where you can preview the plays and the music. Please make your purchase at TES.com though because you will save up to 80%
This easy musical play celebrates the primary school career of a cohort of Year 6 pupils, and comes with three easy leavers songs set to well known tunes (with vocals and instrumental backing tracks). You also receive the script and lyrics to customize, a Powerpoint workbook for the children, and a basic score. The price includes a school performance licence.
It provides a positive focus as the children complete their final term in Year 6. No musical ability is needed. The children can sing along to the backing tracks. The play is suitable for an end-of-year assembly for the whole school, hopefully with parents, lasting about 20-30 mins.
Number of Players / Singers: At least 24
Noah and the Rainbow Boat
Musical version of the Old Testament Noah's Ark story. This is a compelling 50 minute musical play for AGES 5-11, You get: Editable script, mp3's (with vocals and backing tracks), simple score and FREE performance licence. No pianist needed if you use the backing tracks.
GREAT ORIGINAL MODERN SONGS, SOUND EFFECTS, WELL RECEIVED BY SCHOOLS AND CHURCH GROUPS!
Cast:
Noah
Noah’s Wife
Sons:
Shem,
Ham
Japheth
Shem’s wife
Ham’s wife
Japheth’s wife
Wild valley people including:
Tribe leader
Jeerer 1
Jeerer 2
Jeerer 3
Cruel woman and child
2 Peasants
Wild deer and hunter
Specific Animals:
Raven
Dove(s) (for creative dance sequence)
2 Monkeys
2 big cats (lions or tigers etc)
2 elephants
Singers (Selected singers will be costumed and face painted as animals of your choice)
The classic Aesop's fable presented as a 15 minute assembly with two attractive original easy songs. You get script, two vocal tracks, two backing tracks, sheet music and free school performance licence. The assembly will engage pupils ages 5-9, or even older students with special needs. The script encourages further exploration of activities which need patience and care.
A large cast musical for primary and middle schools. Simple, attractive and quick to stage. Great new songs which are easy and fun to learn. (No connection with Andrew Lloyd Webber) This is a new musical which has been eagerly received by teachers and pupils in several countries. Duration 45-50 min.
Our version of the Old Testament story, for ages 7-13! This is a wonderful and exciting modern play to act, sing and dance. 55 mins. Price includes Script, songs, backing tracks, score, songsheets and performance licence. No musical ability needed-very nice colourful show. 10 GREAT SONGS, SCORE, LYRICS, ADAPTABLE SCRIPT and FREE LICENCE.
National Press Review:
REVIEW OF OUR MOST POPULAR PLAY :Joseph!
Joseph’s Coat of Many Colours is a musical play for Key Stage 2 and 3
pupils. It is a wonderfully refreshing children’s version of the classic tale and musical – Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat. The pupil friendly script and music should become a well-used and well-loved version of this popular story. From the excellent melodic and catchy songs, to the well balanced and easily readable script, this 55 minute production enthused and encouraged children to present a high-quality piece of theatre to parents and the wider community. For a modest cost, the package is available (via download) for up to three performances in a school or club setting.
Pupils in Year 5 learnt and performed the show during the spring term and performances were well-received by both child and adult audiences. Such is the simplicity of the script, a mixed ability class can be, and were, allocated the roles and learnt all the songs. The number of character parts is perfect for a class production and there is some variation on this.
The play could also be performed by a drama group or even all Key Stage 2 classes who could contribute to different parts of the play. The product could justifiably represent aspects of both the literacy and music schemes of work in school.
The product is easy to download via a broadband connection (the music is also available on a mail order CD-ROM at a small additional cost.)
The script and sheet music can be printed off and / or saved on a PC. I would highly recommend the whole package to schools who are looking at putting on a musical performance.
No musical expertise is needed to organise and direct the performance, though you may wish to involve a pianist and other staff to help with rehearsals, costumes, scenery, etc. The songs were simple and easy to learn and provided a smooth link with the script and stage action. Simple dances were performed, at times dictated by the script and some extra action was added. This package
has proved to be a wonderful experience for pupils, which they will remember for a long time.
Reviewed by “Schoolzone” website and The Independent Newspaper
NB This play has no connection with Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Play
A Short Musical Play for Young Actors aged 5-9 years, duration 20 min
Based on the traditional Fairytale of “Chicken Licken”
This charming tale is a firm favourite with children, and tells the story of the barnyard
animals who think the sky is falling in when an acorn falls on one of their heads!
You receive: editable script, sheet music, songsheets, four delightful new songs with vocals and four backing tracks, plus FREE licence for up to 3 performances at one venue.
No musical ability needed if you sing along to the backing tracks.
Script and Music by Freddie Green
Not to be resold or distrusted without permission.
YOU MAY ADAPT THE SCRIPT FOR YOUR PUPILS
The purchase of this play includes a FREE school performance licence for up to 3 shows
Cast:
Chicken Licken……………… Henny Penny ……………… Ducky Lucky ………………
Goosey Lucy ………………… Turkey Lurkey ………………Drakey Lakey………………
Cocky Locky………………… Fairy 1 ………………………Fairy 2 ………………………
Fairy Dancers …………………………………………………………………………………
King………………………….Queen ……………………… Servant(s) ……………………
Foxy Loxy ……………………Other Foxes 1, 2 and 3 ………………………………………
Soldier(s) ………………………………………………………………………………………
Props Needed: worms, fishing rod, acorns, umbrella, swords and shields for soldiers
A rock horror spoof featuring favourite monsters and spooks! SUITABLE FOR ANY TIME OF THE YEAR. Normal Price £42.50 so snap up this TES deal! The plot is (optionally) held together by spooky recorded narration with sound effects. Great for schools and drama clubs. Popular as a Year 6 play. Catchy modern songs, very very popular and very easy to learn. Dance/movement sequences e.g. rock band, skeleton dance. Script, vocal tracks and backing tracks, score and free performance licence. Fun to perform, easy to costume and stage.
More details: email the author: Freddie Green: fgreen14@btopenworld.com
Cast:
Children: Nathan ……………………………………………
His friends: Ruth…………………………………………………
Sarah………………………………………………
Peter………………………………………………
Daniel………………………………………………
Woodland Folk: Elf………………………………………………
Gobby the Goblin…………………………………
Pixie………………………………………………
Witch………………………………………………
Good Fairy………………………………………
Gnome……………………………………………
Dwarf ……………………………………………
Monsters: Wolf man
Ghost
Skeleton
Dracula
Zombie
Mummy
Egor
Frankenstein’s Monster
Bride of Frankenstein
Singers
CD LISTING Tracks 1-15 NO VOCALS ON SONGS (16-30 have vocals)
1 & 16 Narrator: Introduction
2 & 17 SONG: THIS IS OUR LAND
3 & 18 Narrator/ Magic spell
4 & 19 Narrator– Holiday Competition
5 & 20 Pilot’s Voice/ Plane Crash
6 & 21 Sound effects: wolves howling
7 & 22 SONG: WOLF MAN
8 & 23 Narrator–ghost/skeleton chase
9 & 24 Sound effects: Death of Dracula.
10 & 25 SONG: ZOMBIE
11 & 26 Narrator: Frankenstein’s Castle
12 & 27 SONG: THE DESERT ROCK
13 & 28 Sound Effects: Monsters come alive
14 & 29 SONG: OH WILL YOU BE MY BRIDE
15 & 30 SONG: (Finale) THIS IS OUR LAND
Nathan’s Nightmare Duration 45-50 mins
Brilliant musical play for KS1 and lower KS2. Other age groups-including youth groups and adults- have used it to perform to young audiences. Five Instant easy repetitive songs supplied as mp3’s (vocal tracks and backing tracks). No musical ability needed- the children can just sing along. (A basic score is provided too) This is a very nice version of the classic fairytale, featuring all the usual characters and some other animals in the forest. Perfect for an end-of-term show, class work on traditional tales, or an extended assembly lasting 25 min
THE TROUBLE WITH GOLDILOCKS
CAST:
Goldilocks Her Mother Her Father Bingo the Dog
Sheep 1 Sheep 2 Flower 1 Flower 2 Butterfly 1 Butterfly 2 Frog 1 Frog 2 Frog 3 Frog 4 Frog 5
Squirrel 1 Squirrel 2
Leprechaun 1 Leprechaun 2
Papa Bear Mama Bear Baby Bear
Optional: More leprechauns, animals and flowers!
SONGS INCLUDED:
(Each song has a vocal track, backing track and sheet music)
01 BINGO THE DOG
02 DOGGY IN THE WINDOW
03 FIVE SPECKLED FROGS
04 FOUR FAT SAUSAGES
05 GOLDILOCKS’ SONG
PROPS:
stick, hoop, frying pan with 4 sausages, table and 3 bowls of porridge with spoons, 3 chairs (one flimsy chair probably made of cardboard), 3 sleeping bags for beds
Nice short musical assembly for reception and Key Stage 1.
Two chirpy songs (with vocal tracks and backing tracks)
Great for work on food, sharing and helping each other.
An exciting original large cast musical drama about Moses. It starts with Moses as a baby and tells how he fled from Egypt, how he met God and returned to tell the king to set the Jews free. Pharaoh’s refusal to do so results in 10 awful plagues. The story ends with the triumphant crossing of the Red Sea and the final surrender of Pharaoh. Eleven lovely songs bring this story to life as you’ve never heard it before! Enjoy the amazing sound effects too! A sure hit with children and parents. Plenty of action, dance and movement for a flexible large cast of young actors aged 5-13. Provided with vocal tracks, backing tracks, editable script and free performance licence for schools. The script is simple and written in straightforward English, so it could be used as a resource for EAL…
Perfect for an end-of-term show lasting 45-50 min, or to bring a series of RE lessons alive. This is a very interesting, unique, keenly priced drama resource which is fabulous fun to act, sing and dance.
Cast
Narrator 1… Narrator 2 … Narrator 3 …
Moses …
Miriam- his sister …
Aaron-his brother …
Mother of Moses …
King…
King’s Daughter …
King’s Son (later Pharoah) …
Soldier 1…
Soldier 2 …
Jews (at least 8)…
…
…
…
God…
Guard 1 …
Magician …
Magician 2 …
Egyptian 1, 2 ,3 and 4
Other Egyptians (optional)
Other Soldiers (optional)
Angels of Death
Guard 2…
Plagues: (dancers)
Frogs…
Gnats…
Flies…
Locusts…
Hail…
Thunder …
Rain…
Delightful short musical play with one easy, instant. bouncy, catchy song to inspire your young actors.
No musical ability needed- play the backing track! (A track with vocals is also included, so you can learn the song) Basic sheet music also included with the script.
Ideal for work on “Traditional Tales”, and a lovely item for an assembly presentation of 15 mins approx.
A large cast comedy musical play for primary schools. Eight attractive easy-to-learn songs plus incidental dance music. The songs are based on well known tunes and are supplied with vocals and backing tracks. No musical ability is needed, but there is a simple score if you do want to use a pianist. Children love performing this timeless play. This version is very suitable for any time of year, not just panto season! The price includes a school/club performance licence for three shows to any audience. Duration 50-60 min
Some starving soldiers find themselves in a village where nobody knows how to share! With a little guile and ingenuity, the soldiers teach the villagers the joys of sharing.
This a a lovely 15 minute musical play with one delightful original song. Written for ages 6-11, but is simple enough for children with SEN or EAL because the script is held together by narration.
CAST: 3 Narrators, 4 soldiers, 2 peasants- female and male, 2 children, 2 women, barber, tailor, cobbler, mayor, other villagers, singers, drummer (optional)
Props needed: drum, big pot hung over a “fire”, some stones, big spoon, salt, pepper, carrots, cabbage, onions, beef, turnips, parsley, celery, barley, milk, other vegetables, shaving mug, “razor”, and shaving soap, towel, stool, bowls, spoons, bread, wine, goblets.
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS HOLDS COURT - XMAS PLAY (SCRIPT ONLY- NO CD) Ages 5-11
Ever wondered why people started hanging Mistletoe at Christmas? Or how Christmas used to be celebrated? Join the Spirit of Christmas and discover the answer to these questions and more. Together you'll travel through history, and find out how Christmas was celebrated in the past. Duration 40 mins approx. There is scope to add your own Christmas songs to extend the show.
The play can be previewed at magicparrot.com or by emailing info@magicparrot.com
But come back to this TES page to get the special low price.
Cast List
(Many parts can be doubled up.)
Speaking Parts (52)
Spirit Of Christmas Origin 1 Origin 2 Origin 3
Mistletoe, Holly,Christmas Tree, Carol,
Candle, Frost, Snow, Peace,
Goodwil,l Love, 11th Century, 12th Century,
13th Century, 14th Century, 15th Century, 16th Century,
17th Century, 18th Century,19th Century, 20th Century
21st Century, Little girl, Cook, Boy 1,
Boy 2, Henry VIII, Queen Edward VI,
Oliver Cromwell, Soldier,Tom Smith, Sir Henry
Cole
John Horsley, Grandfather, 1st Child, 2nd Child
3rd Child, 4th Child,
5th Child, British Major
German Major, 1939, 1940, 1941,
1942, 1943, 1944, 1945,
Non-Speaking Parts (Misc. No.)
Guests British Soldiers German Soldiers Christmas Sprites
Georgian Masquerade Dancers, Carollers, Frost Fairies,Snowflakes
Optional Non-speaking Parts (Misc. No.)
Family Member, Traveller 2, Angry Neighbours, Rich People
Poor People, Romans, Mary, Joseph,
Angels, Baby Jesus, Shepherds, Wise Men
SONGS (with lyrics) are suggested within the script and are easily resourced via the internet.
You will probably want to use your own favourite Christmas songs.
Please note: this play DOES NOT INCLUDE AUDIO or SCORE.
Jack and the Beanstalk. A very simple musical for key stage 1 ages 5-9. Duration 30-40 min. Comes with 22 audio tracks (11 songs with vocals and 11 backing tracks.) No musical ability is needed. The songs are a mixture of original material and well known tunes. This delightful play engages the children through dialogue, music and movement, and results in a great end-of-term show.
Cast:
Narrator 1
Narrator 2
Jack
Jack’s Mother
Jumper (the cow)
Baker and wife
Farm children
Butcher and wife
Magic Bean Seller
Clouds
Giant
Giant’s Housekeeper
Old woman and old man.
Magic Harp
Magic Hen
Town Crier
Singers
A remarkable and unique Easter play for primary and middle schools. The Easter story and its traditions are presented through lively whimsical humour while preserving sensitivity and reverence. This is a unique and touching Easter play, suitable as a memorable production for primary and middle schools. Duration 25-30 min approx, easily extendable by incorporating your own Easter songs or readings.
Price includes our standard school performance licence for 3 shows.
21 lovely Christmas carols with a modern feel, to enhance your nativity or Christmas show! You get 21 vocal tracks, 21 backing tracks, simple score and lyrics sheet.
Free performance licence for schools (but you are not permitted to distribute or resell the
contents of this package)
Some of the songs are shortened or simplified abridged versions.
The songs are;
I saw three ships come sailing in
In the Bleak Midwinter
Deck the Halls with Boughs of Holly
Do you hear what I hear?
O Come, all ye faithful
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing!
Joy to the World
O Little Town of Bethlehem
Little Donkey
Away in a Manger
Ding Dong Merrily on High
The First Noel
O Come Little Children
We Will Rock You
Silent Night
Sleep, My Little Jesus
Twelve Days of Christmas
Good King Wenceslas
We Wish You a Merry Christmas
O Xmas Tree
for more details about our plays please email the writer
fgreen14@btopenworld.com
Use these relaxing meditations as a positive lesson starter or as a plenary.
Suitable for aged 5-11 or older students with special needs.
Children respond well to positive comments. These recordings make good use of positive affirmations which enhance children's self-confidence and self-esteem. Children thrive in positive atmospheres where they feel valued. Benefits of feeling valued include increased patience, better concentration, enhanced listening skills, improved communication skills, and a sense of belonging. Affirmations help children create positive beliefs and promote caring behaviour and good citizenship.
Each meditation lasts 3-4 mins
The titles of the 15 meditations are:
01 Let Go- Let all your muscles relax!
02 The Softest Sofa- Sink into it and relax!
03 Small Object- Visualise your most precious objects!
04 Positive Thoughts 1- Unleash the power of positive thinking!
05 The Oak Tree – Be as strong and mighty as an oak tree!
06 The Magic Bubbleship– Have a ride in a spaceship!
07 The Seed- Explore the tranquil rhythm of nature!
08 The Star- You are a child of the universe!
09 Mountain- You can tackle any obstacle, even a mountain!
10 Positive Thoughts 2- Be a positive happy citizen!
11 Relax Your Muscles- Progressive Muscle Relaxation is fun!
12 Positive Thoughts 3- It’s wonderful to be alive!
13 The Secret Room- Relax in a magic room of your very own!
14 The beach- No more school! Relax in the sun!
15 A Colour Walk– Enjoy relaxing in a world of colour!
Example of one of the texts: Positive Thinking
In this exercise, we are going to think positive thoughts. We are going to release the stress in our mind and body.
Get into a comfortable position away from anyone else, where you can relax easily.
Good. Okay, I am going to give you some positive thoughts. Think about each one in your head as I say them.
My mood is calm and relaxed.
I can cope well. I can get on with my life during times of stress.
I deserve to feel good right now.
I think thoughts that make me happy.
It's cool to think positive thoughts.
Positive thinking makes me feel good about myself and my life.
I feel peaceful and relaxed.
My breathing is slow and calm.
My muscles are relaxed and comfortable.
I am thankful for all the good things in my life.
My body is healthy and strong.
I enjoy eating delicious healthy food.
More details from the author: email fgreen14@btopenworld.com
A short musical play about caring for teeth- two attractive songs with and without vocals (supplied as mp3's) This is a nice easy script, held together by narration, and supported by two extremely popular bouncy children’s songs. No musical ability is needed - simply perform the songs by playing the instrumental backing tracks (Melody-line sheet music is provided too, if you wish to use guitar or piano instead) The script can be customised for your own class- scripts, songs and worksheets are provided on a floppy disk. Highly recommended for ages 5-9 or even older pupils with EAL or special needs.
Can be previewed more fully at magicparrot.com (our website) but come back here to achieve the special TES price!
Cast
Pink Toothbrush................................................................................................
Blue Toothbrush................................................................................................
Red Toothbrush................................................................................................
Orange Toothbrush...........................................................................................
Toothpaste........................................................................................................
Tap....................................................................................................................
Mr Decay..........................................................................................................
Mum...................................................................................................................
Dad....................................................................................................................
Stacey................................................................................................................
Jamie.................................................................................................................
The cat..............................................................................................................
The dog.............................................................................................................
Several children dressed as “happy teeth”. (Optional: they can be holding placards advertising good oral hygiene)...........................
This is a delightful class assembly, lasting 15 minutes with one song to perform at the end. Some starving soldiers enter a village where nobody is willing to share any food etc . With guile and creativity, the soldiers teach the villagers how to share and how to overcome their selfishness!
This gorgeous short play is suitable for ages 6-11. The script is held together by narration, making it accessible to a wide range of young actors, including chidren with special needs or EAL.
CAST: 3 Narrators, 4 soldiers, 2 peasants- female and male, 2 children, 2 women, barber, tailor, cobbler, mayor, other villagers, singers, drummer (optional)
Props needed: drum, big pot hung over a “fire”, some stones, big spoon, salt, pepper, carrots, cabbage, onions, beef, turnips, parsley, celery, barley, milk, other vegetables, shaving mug, “razor”, and shaving soap, towel, stool, bowls, spoons, bread, wine, goblets
A very colourful, exciting play musical play to act, sing and dance. The price includes a free performance licence for schools.
Target Age Range: 7-13 yrs.
Duration approx 30-35 mins.
THE STORY: Koong-Se is the beautiful daughter of a wealthy Chinese mandarin. He wants Koong-Se to marry a rich husband, but she finds them all vain and boring. Instead, she falls in love with Chang who is merely a gardener. The mandarin is outraged and he banishes Chang from the palace and confines his daughter. During her confinement, the mandarin arranges her wedding, but the lovers escape. They are hunted down, and trapped in a small pagoda. The pagoda is set on fire and the lovers perish, but the garden spirits turn them into immortal white birds.