Plenty of choice for everyone here. Ideal for short play readings, revues and variety nights.

Licensing: Unless stated otherwise, the scripts below are published through Lazy Bee Scripts. To read each script script online or to make an application to perform the show click the Lazy Bee Scripts link in each description.

A Captivating Situation
2m
Running Time: 12 mins approx
Howie's having a bad day - he left the house for a little shopping, now, a few hours later, he's holed up in an abandoned house with a hostage upstairs and a bullet in his stomach. Can he negotiate a solution with Police Officer Zip before the SWAT team arrive? Read online / Apply for rights

A Job for Unlife
2 Performers
Running Time: 2 mins approx
An interview with a vampire! One of the bloodsucking undead attempts to recruit a new member. A sketch from the Bright and Shiny Radio show collection. Read online / Apply for rights

After the Matinee
2m 2f
Running Time: 10 mins approx
In between the Matinee and evening performances of the Panto an old hand explains Amateur Theatre to an enthusiastic Buttons. Read online / Apply for rights

An Atlantean in the court of King Hotcottapeppl (The Loss of Atlantis 2)
3m or 3f
Running Time: 10 mins approx
Three survivors from the deluge compare strategies for introducing Atlantean civilization to the savage land on which they have been washed up. Read online / Apply for rights

Anything to Declare?
2m
Running Time: 2 mins approx
A traveller has his bags checked at Customs and some unusual items are discovered! Read online / Apply for rights

At the Bus Stop
1f
Running Time: 5 mins approx
An elderly woman waits for the bus to arrive at the stop. A short 2 minute monologue. Read online / Apply for rights
Originally commissioned by a professional actress for a touring show of sketches

At the Gates of Valhalla
4m 1f
Running Time: 15 mins approx
A group of Vikings arrive on the threshold of the afterlife, expecting quaffing and carousing and more enjoyment than they get from a single Valkyrie with a clipboard... Read online / Apply for rights

Back at the Bookshop
4 Characters
Running Time: 5 mins approx
A daft sketch set in a bookshop. Read online / Apply for rights

Bomber Command
3 Performers
Running Time: 3 mins approx
The Pilot and Flight Engineer of a Lancaster Bomber face trouble from ‘the passengers’ in the back! A sketch from the Skitskrieg World War 2 themed revue collection. Read online / Apply for rights

Cash in the Attic
3 Performers
Running Time: 2 mins 45 secs approx
It’s another edition of ‘Cash in the Attic’ and the team find some amazing items in Herr Schutzstaffel’s house! A sketch from the Skitskrieg World War 2 themed revue collection. Read online / Apply for rights

Changing Booms
3 Performers (at least 1 female)
Running Time: 2 mins 45 secs approx
The TV makeover show, makes over Doris and Charlie’s house! A sketch from the Skitskrieg World War 2 themed revue collection. Read online / Apply for rights

Cube Farming
2 Characters
Running Time: 8 mins approx
It is Marvin’s first day at work and Simon introduces him to his cubicle or PWE (Personal Work environment). Read online / Apply for rights

Evil Laugh
2 Performers
Running Time: 2 mins approx
A job applicant with an unfortunate social condition attends an interview. A sketch from the Bright and Shiny Radio show collection. This script is not yet published through Lazy Bee Scripts. To request further information about the script or to make an application to perform the show please email Steve

Getoutofmyfacedotcom
3m 3f
Running Time: 7 mins approx
Geoff sets up a social networking website to reunite with old school mates and soon regrets it. Read online / Apply for rights

Heading Home
3 Performers (at least 1 female)
Running Time: 2 mins approx
A pair of homing pigeons encounter difficulties finding their way home. Read online / Apply for rights

Hit Man
2m
Running Time: 2 mins approx
A 'green' assassin for hire conducts business. A sketch from the Bright and Shiny Radio show collection. This script is not yet published through Lazy Bee Scripts. To request further information about the script or to make an application to perform the show please email Steve

In the Bookshop
2 Characters
Running Time: 5 mins approx
A daft sketch set in a bookshop. Read online / Apply for rights

In the Gallery
2m 1f
Running Time: 8 mins approx
It's night time in the gallery and the portraits of the Mona Lisa and the Scream are talking art! Read online / Apply for rights

In the Human Resources Office
1m 1f
Running Time: 8 mins approx
Tony has just been made redundant and goes to the Human Resources department to be processed. But Tricia is 'just covering'… Read online / Apply for rights

In the Opticians
2 Performers
Running Time: 5 mins approx
A customer visits the Opticians. Cue a string of daft eye and eyesight gags! Read online / Apply for rights

In the Magic Shop
3 performers
Running Time: 7 mins approx
A customer seeking magic tricks enters a magic shop and suffers the consequences! Read online / Apply for rights

In the Secret Service
2 performers and 2 voice-overs
Running Time: 3 mins approx
A hopeful job applicant attends an interview for the Secret Service. Read online / Apply for rights

Keeping up with the Anderson’s
3 Performers
Running Time: 3 mins approx
Jimmy’s dad thinks he has built the perfect Anderson air raid shelter, until he hears about his neighbour’s. A sketch from the Skitskrieg World War 2 themed revue collection. Read online / Apply for rights

Medieval Helpdesk
3 Characters minimum (can be more!)
Running Time: 10 mins approx
There is never a dull moment at the Medieval Technical Support Help Desk. Read online / Apply for rights

Military Intelligence
4 Performers
Running Time: 4 mins approx
Two German spies report back to their commander after a disastrous spying mission. A sketch from the Skitskrieg World War 2 themed revue collection. Read online / Apply for rights

Nelson's Driving Test
2m 2f and chorus
Running Time: 15 mins approx
A young Captain prepares to take his Naval Captaincy Proficiency Test in front of an eager TV crew. Read online / Apply for rights
Originally commissioned for an event to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar in 2005

On the way to Mars
2 Characters
Running Time: 4 mins approx
On the first manned mission to Mars, the boredom and monotony of the long space flight is taking its toll. How long before the crew finally crack? Read online / Apply for rights

One Hell of an Interview
2 characters
Running Time: 2 mins approx
A recruitment drive for a commercial television channel receives interest from an unlikely and unwelcome source. Read online / Apply for rights

Russell at the Doctors
1m 1f
Running Time: 1 min approx
Russell goes for a medical check up and discovers that he has been allocated a new Doctor. A sketch from the Bright and Shiny Radio show collection. This script is not yet published through Lazy Bee Scripts. To request further information about the script or to make an application to perform the show please email Steve

Strange New Worlds
2m 1f
Running Time: 10 mins approx
Three members of the Galaxy Patrol, Security Branch, are on the surface of an alien planet. Bearing in mind they're all wearing red jerseys, how many will get off the planet alive? Read online / Apply for rights

Territorial Actors
7 characters
Running Time: 10 mins approx
The TA (Territorial Actors) is not for the faint hearted. A group of new recruits are put through their paces by the squad drill Sergeant. Read online / Apply for rights

The Birth of Womankind
10f (parts can be combined to reduce the numbers required)
Running Time: 15 mins approx
In a future post apocalyptic world in which all men are extinct, a group of female survivors meet to discuss their plans for the future. Read online / Apply for rights

The Code Breakers of Bletchley Park
3 Performers
Running Time: 3 sketches - 1m 30 secs, 1m 15 secs to 1m 15 secs approx
A set of 3 short sketches celebrating the great technological breakthroughs by the boffins of Bletchley Park.  A sketch from the Skitskrieg World War 2 themed revue collection. Read online / Apply for rights

The Crime done in Rhyme!
Minimum of 4 performers
Running Time: 8 mins approx
There's been murder afoot, but who can have done it? If there's a prize for rhymed mystery, this one has won it!
The victim's a cat, but much more than that, He's a cat that has often been seen in a hat!
A detective is called and a Mistress is found, while the corpse of the cat is left there on the ground.
It's funny, irreverent and won't take much time, And the best of it is, every line is in rhyme! Read online / Apply for rights

The Family Planning Clinic
1m 1f
Running Time: 10 mins approx
When Suzie visits her local Family Planning Clinic, the advice she receives is not quite what she expected… Read online / Apply for rights

The Frustrated Poet
1m 1f
Running Time: 5 mins approx
A poet searches for his muse… Read online / Apply for rights

The Haunting of Hardup Hall
7 Characters (some doubling possible)
Running Time: 10 mins approx
Lord and Lady Hardup are at their wits end. Their mansion is being haunted by a fearsome spook and soon they will be forced to flee! Mystic Maureen, psychic extraordinaire is called to save them from the spirits! Read online / Apply for rights

The Health and Safety Inspector
4 Performers
Running Time: 3 mins approx
The troops manning a dug out in the front line receive a visit form the Brigade Health and Safety inspector! A sketch from the Skitskrieg World War 2 themed revue collection. Read online / Apply for rights

The Joke Centre
1m 1f
Running Time: 15 mins approx
It is Sylvia’s first day in the new job. All she has been told is that it is a 'sort of call centre' and that she’ll 'pick it up as she goes along'… Read online / Apply for rights

The Loss of Atlantis
5 characters, male or female
Running Time: 10 mins approx
Atlantis is sinking, but unfortunately the rescue plan has been left to a committee. Arguments, brainstorming and 'physical disagreement resolution' are used to solve the problem. Read online / Apply for rights

The Love Clinic
1m 1f and 1 voice over
Running Time: 15 mins approx
Steven, a nervous dating agency 'virgin' visits the Love Clinic to find his perfect soul mate. Read online / Apply for rights

The Not-So-Great Escape
3 Performers (at least 1 female)
Running Time: 3 mins 30 secs approx
Three POW’s discuss possible escape plans in a World War 2 camp. A sketch from the Skitskrieg World War 2 themed revue collection. Read online / Apply for rights

The Schoolroom Sketch
Panto dame + 5 speaking parts and chorus
Running Time: 15 mins approx
A teacher contends with a disruptive class! A self contained scene adapted from our full length pantomime, Babes in the Wood. Read online / Apply for rights

The Second Amendment
2 performers
Running Time: 5 mins approx
A hunter is interrogated by the police about his hunting gear. Read online / Apply for rights

The Secret of Giving Up Smoking
3 Characters
Running Time: 10 mins approx
Two smokers attend a "Give up smoking" seminar, but will it be the painless solution they're both looking for, or just another expensive con? Read online / Apply for rights

The Traffic Warden
2m
Running Time: 2 mins approx
A candidate attends an interview for the role of Traffic Warden and is introduced to some details of the package on offer. A sketch from the Bright and Shiny Radio show collection. This script is not yet published through Lazy Bee Scripts. To request further information about the script or to make an application to perform the show please email Steve

Three Sons
3m
Running Time: 10 mins approx
Waiting for a connecting flight, three men find they have something in common, though one is keeping a secret...
Read online / Apply for rights

Two Cops
2 performers
Running Time: 5 mins approx
A pair of policemen on patrol swap tales. Read online / Apply for rights

Two Surgeons
2 performers
Running Time: 10 mins approx
Two surgeons converse while performing an operation! Cue a string of dreadful medical jokes! Read online / Apply for rights

Upgrades
2m 1f
Running Time: 8 mins approx
Flushed with the success of his new invention, Alexander Graham Bell describes his plans for upgrading his phone to his assistant, Watson. Read online / Apply for rights

Yes, but how was the play, Mrs Lincoln?
2m 1f
Running Time: 10 mins approx
Three very different characters trade views on life... in a scrapyard. Read online / Apply for rights

We also offer 4 more short sketches in our Nursery Crimes series.

Licensing: Unless stated otherwise, the scripts below are published through Lazy Bee Scripts. To read each script script online or to make an application to perform the show click the Lazy Bee Scripts link in each description.

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