Doubting Thomas: A Dramatic Script Based On A Scriptural Narrative

The following script is an adaptation of Thomas' confession of the risen Lord. It would be appropriate for use in conjunction with a service based on this theme, especially during the season of Easter. Cast: Narrator John Thomas Running Time: Approximately 6 minutes This readers' theater piece is conceived for a variety of settings. It works equally well as a static piece (read at microphones with limited gestures) or as a staged reading. In a staged reading, scripts are still carried in a binder, but movement and gesture patterns are specifically determined. The following rendering of the script indicates only broad movement patterns. Obviously, you may stage it as you wish. [Narrator stands off to one side. John stands upstage right and motions to Thomas, standing downstage left. ] John:Thomas! Narrator: He cried hurrying down the crowded market street. Thomas motioned for silence and slunk down an alley. John: Thomas! Narrator: He cried again. John: Thomas! Wait! […