Australian One-Act Plays for Young Adults is a collection of five original plays that has been crafted to serve as a valuable resource for educators and theatre-makers seeking engaging and adaptable scripts for young adults. 

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In each story are universal themes and strongly defined characters, offering young actors ample stage time and the opportunity to showcase their skills. From a kooky wellness expert hiding a secret to a corrupt prison guard thwarting the system, each play provides a platform for young actors to shine. 

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Originally written for, and tested by, senior drama classes, the plays can be utilised as standalone pieces or as part of the anthology and are all largely flexible, accommodating varying cast sizes, gender and cultural demographics and the diverse skills and abilities of the group.

 

Each play in the collection has been fully staged, with a running time of approximately 60–75 minutes.  Each play also contains a Playwright’s Note and a set of Discussion Questions. Incorporated specifically to support educators and theatre makers, these additions aim to encourage reflection, analysis, creative exploration, and critical thinking around dramaturgy and theatricality. ​

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If you would like more information about staging, studying or performing any of the plays in this anthology, please contact Brady here or at playsbybrady@outlook.com. Brady is also available for workshops, author talks, Q&A sessions and school visits.

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