Good Friday Themed Scripts
Find the right script to perform for your church, school or next event.
Good Friday
Good Friday
Several characters surrounding the cross relive the events leading up to the crucifixion. This script can be performed as a Readers Theatre. There are 6 different characters, but they can be played by as few as two people. See The Skit Guys video of ‘Good Friday’ below.
- Characters: 6
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 6-9 minutes
Greatest Story Ever Told
Greatest Story Ever Told
Don’t have the preparation time, massive cast of actors, or camel rental budget for a huge Easter production this year? We’ve got the solution: a hybrid between a Readers’ Theatre and a Script that will help you present the Greatest Story Ever Told. The powerful story of Christ’s death on the cross and the events leading up to his ultimate sacrifice.
- Characters: 4
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 6-8 minutes
The Substitute
The Substitute
A family prepares to meet an honored guest: the young soldier whose life was spared thanks to the sacrifice of their son. When the young man and the family meet, the family is met with the disappointment and awareness of the contrast between his life and the life of his substitute. Parallels a holy God’s sacrifice for an unworthy people.
- Characters: 5
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 7 minutes
John, The Disciple Whom Jesus Loved
John, The Disciple Whom Jesus Loved
A great monologue for Holy Week from the Apostle John as he tells of the events in the upper room, Gethsemene, the trial of Christ, and His crucifixion.
- Characters: 1
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 10-12 minutes
Peter
Peter
The Apostle Peter recounts the events of Good Friday, Easter morning, and the days that followed, and realizes that the Savior he betrayed forgives him completely.
- Characters: 1
- Genre: Comedy
- Length: 6-8 minutes
Some Chose, Some Did Not
Some Chose, Some Did Not
A re-telling of the story that involves Jesus’ last days, crucifixion, and resurrection.
- Characters: 6
- Genre: Drama
