Product Description
Over 60 great forensics scripts at more than 60% off the cover price! It's an unbeatable deal!
Mushroom Cloud Press is proud to offer its complete collection of scripts in electronic form. With over ten years of experience publishing for the forensics world, MCPress offers the most successful, most diverse array of scripts available in speech & debate. There are comedies, dramas, duos and monologues for every performer on your team, novices and veterans alike. And of course, all the plays by the all-time forensics master, Clyde Hendrickson, are included.
Plays include:
13 Things You Don't Know About Swans, A Girl's Guide to Science, A Very Clean Place, Beneath the Puppet Stand, Best Movie Ever: Batman and Robin, Big Mac, Strawberry Shake, Large Fries, Buds with Spuds, Calvin Coolidge vs. The Dinosaurs, Camp, Countdown to Love, Depressed White Girl: World's Worst DI, Everyone's Gonna Die, Everything Falls Off, Face-Baggage, Finding Ryan, Front Porch Chronicles, Girl in the Picture, Girls, Good Morning, Glory!, Great Ideas, Hamilton Sasquatch, Heal, Here in this House, Ho, Ho, Ho!, How to Write a Fairytale, hydraphobia, Investigator Q, iWant, Jerry: A Wizard School Dropout, Kablooey, Kid in Control, Luigi and Mario, Mary Choppins, Mother-Daughter Dialogues, No Longer the First, One, Penny and The Adventure of Tickle Me Elmo, Physically Impossible, Red God, Sesame: Life on the Street, Shrinkage, Silent Nights of Firefly Lights, Sister of Mercy, Snow White and the Gucci Stiletto, Squirrel, STOP!, Table for Two, Party of Four, Taller To-Day, The Altos, The Audacity of Nope, The Bo Show, The City Morgue's 2nd Annual TYDTW Day, The Council of Doom, The Disappointing Son, The Merchandise King, The Thief of Snow, The Ultimate Drama, The Yearbook, Time of Our Lives, Twist, Unfunny, Virtually Dateable, XOXO.
Selected Descriptions:
Front Porch Chronicles
by Sydney Ryan
A lonely old man, Bobby, finds new meaning in life when the kid that lives next door, Sam, starts visiting him on his front porch every day. Sam's imagination and determination are perfect foils to Bobby's stubborness and wisdom. A heartwarming play that recently won 2nd Place at NFL Nationals.
Everyone's Gonna Die
by Clyde Hendrickson
In this frantic and hilarious show, a pair of best friends with multiple-personality disorder attempt to reenact the entire Trojan War. High energy laughs and ridiculous historical references are everywhere. An award-winning piece proven to succeed onstage and in final rounds.
A Girl's Guide to Science
by Clyde Hendrickson
Two girls - one a science geek, the other a popular kid - are forced to give a science safety demonstration together for the freshman class. Their antics devolve into a postmodern feminist throwdown, complete with acid fights, hallucinations, and fig newtons. When the flames die down, the two are left to uncover the mysteries of nerdiness and popularity.
The Merchandise King
by Clyde Hendrickson
A parody of The Lion King which mocks Disney's ability to make everything a marketing gimmick. The star-studded supporting cast includes the Crocodile Hunter, William Shakespeare, and a disenchanted sea slug. Already shown to succeed as a theatrical show and a national tournament contender.
Calvin Coolidge vs. The Dinosaurs
by Clyde Hendrickson
Dr. Simon Tonguewart is the 1920’s leading mad scientist, which doesn’t make it any less strange that President Coolidge calls upon him to combat the growing WMD threat posed by time-traveling dinosaurs. Fighting fierce rivals, sassy triceratops, and the general incompetence of all those around him, Dr. Tonguewart must untangle the strange webs of time and save his nation from prehistoric doom.
The Disappointing Son
by Clyde Hendrickson
The dysfunctional family to end all dysfunctional families: A Dad devoted to his own weird fantasies, a sadistic Mom, and a son stuck between them. Donkeys, Mexico, Strange Puddings one unfortunate vibrating doll... you know how it goes. Biting wit at every turn.
Mother-Daughter Dialogues
by Clyde Hendrickson
The best female-female duo script we've seen yet features a lifetime of a tumultuous mother-daughter relationship condensed into its most important moments, including: prom, college, the sex talk(s), marriage, pregnancy, divorce and disease. Filled with classic one-liners and touching, true-to-life moments, this play will be perfect for performers wanting to do an HI with a message or a DI with wit, or two girls looking for a truly entertaining Duo or Duet.
The Altos
by Clyde Hendrickson
What if Tony Soprano were only 5' 2", and he had the voice of midget on helium? Meet Tony Alto, who's in that very predicament. Watch as Tony avoids death at the hands of family and celebrities alike. Special guest appearances by Al Capone and lots of ducks.
Everything Falls Off
by Clyde Hendrickson
A grizzled old man meets his young and chipper new roommate at the leper colony. The two deal with lost appendages, leper etiquette, shock treatment, and their strange, blossoming friendship. Wit and wackiness lie around every corner of this touching sequel to Everyone's Gonna Die.
13 Things You Don't Know About Swans
by Clyde Hendrickson
Mike Shackleton is a copywriter for the Central Nebraskan School District. His life is split between regurgitating strange animal facts and battling with his cantankerous secretary, Mildread. But things take a turn for the weird when he gets a new intern, Flap Jackson, a mysterious rube peddling an insightful brand of idiocy. When Flap's son falls into the swan pit on a field trip to the local zoo, Shackleton must shake off the rust to become the public schooling hero he's always been.
Squirrel
by Clyde Hendrickson
What makes a good documentary film about squirrels? According to the two jaded college-age filmmakers in this play, it takes several squirrel-crazed doctors, a Frenchman, a Brit, an elderly neighbor, Former President Gerald Ford, and the entire Mexican army.
Girl in the Picture
by Taylor Shann
When you grow up, you can grow closer to your friends. Sometimes, you can grow away from them. Jodi and Layla, two lifelong friends trying to survive the hell of high school, are in danger of doing just that. Miscommunication, music, instant messaging and a Christmas gift are all clues in this deconstruction of how fragile friendship can be. A 30 minute play of short scenes that can be easily cut down to fit a variety of dynamics between performers.
The Ultimate Drama
by Garlock & Taylor
Ever see the dramatic moment of a play one too many times? This sarcastic and fast-paced satire mocks the overabundance of melodrama in modern playwriting and acting. Many of those dramas you love to hate are roasted in this fiery oven of hilarity.
Good Morning, Glory!
by Ryan N. Ray
Glory, a rich and snobbish woman who is extremely lazy and loves nothing more than her morning pop tart alongside her bachelor of the day. Juanita, Glory's Spanish housemaid who just happens to be narcoleptic and, unbeknownst to Glory, a prankster. The two clash in unexpected ways, and both are under the other's power more than they anticipate. Great dialogue for your most talented female performers.
Luigi and Mario
by Ray Nesrym
After years of playing second fiddle to his brother, Luigi is fed up. He wants to beat Bowser and save the princess. But when a tragic accident befalls Mario, Luigi gets his wish – and finds out being the hero is more than he bargained for. An uproarious time for anyone who enjoys video games and/or sibling rivalries.
Best Movie Ever: Batman and Robin
by Olaf Oggleson
It's the worst action movie of our time. A corny Batman teams with the insufferable Robin and the smarmy Batgirl to fight the idiotic Dr. Freeze and the vapid Poison Ivy. Terrible puns and lame plot twists abound, leading to the painful, R. Kelly-soundtracked finale. A masterwork of cutting - you get the entire awfulness of this crapstorm in 10 minutes.
Shrinkage
by Andrew Messer
In today's ultra-competitive job market, a great resume, killer smile, and impeccable interviewing skills just aren't enough. John discovers this through a bizarre, horrifying and hilarious job interview he must endure at the hands of a sadistic staff psychologist. If you're trying to get a job and your potential employer asks you to club an old lady, what would you do? Find out in this hysterical new play!
XOXO
by Craig Shafer
"On December 23rd, Randy Crawford was the victim of a tragic automobile accident. He lost control of his vehicle on the icy roads of Wolf Creek Pass. He was transported to St. Mark’s Medical Center where he never regained consciousness. Mr. Crawford is survived by Julia, his loving wife and his daughter Hailey..." And that's where Randy's tale starts. During this brief and beautiful monologue, he tells us just how important his family was to him, and how hard it was to show that while he was alive.
Twist
by Cora Sorenson
It's the typical story - Samantha's boyfriend Ricky cheated on her with one of their high school's cheerleaders. But when Ricky breaks up with her, we find out the twist: Samantha has no intention of letting him belong to anyone else. A chilling tale of darkness gripping a young mind, with deadly results.
How to Write a Fairytale
by Cora Sorenson
A compelling monologue told from the top of the Golden Gate Bridge - a girl on the edge of reason and reality talks about strangers, friends, and spending your life on the internet. A completely unique and fascinating piece.
Red God
by Kevin Bushek and Bronne Bruzgo
In this brilliant and fascinating piece, a Russian sniper becomes obsessed with his power to kill. Set during the closing months of World War II, this monologue is a harrowing look at the effects of war on one man’s psyche. It’s an amazing and moving portrait.
Time of Our Lives
by Dustin Guzior & Agatha Valenti
Jay and Lindsay have been inseparable since they met in sixth grade, happily living somewhere between best friends and more than friends. We meet them in the final weeks of their relationship, from the week before Senior Prom to the day before Lindsay leaves for college, as a painful truth surfaces – leaving them with nothing to say to each other. This dramatic duo is perfect for high school-aged performers, and will hit close to home for many forensics coaches and competitors.
Countdown to Love
by Andrew Messer
Speed dating is always a recipe for disaster. But when John plunges into Super Speed Dating, he meets an array of crazies, con-artists and maniacs that could make anyone's head spin. After going through a dozen girls in eight minutes, is he left with anything but a sense of despair? Find out in this breakneck-paced comic scorcher.
The Council of Doom
by Taylor Shann
Do you have what it takes to conquer the world? Are you ready to trade the lives of the innocent for your own gain? Are you a giant talking cucumber? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then you're perfect for The Council of Doom. Join the Prof, El Tyrant del Mar, She-Ho, and more as they laugh, kill, and sing their way to super-villainy.
Depressed White Girl: World's Worst DI
by Brandon Daley
The Depressed White Girl is pregnant. Who could be the father? Well, just about anyone, as she has not exactly been selective in her social life. But as her parents discuss her options, no one is prepared for the surprise that waits. Hint: The baby is an alien. An absolutely hysterical send-up of overly dramatic plays for girls.
Unfunny
by Mike Beede
In Unfunny, an eccentric woman named Norma confronts the myth that women are not funny. Her research leads her from the Garden of Eden to Dr. Laura, with many humorous stops in-between. This play is our best bet for female performers looking for that perfect humorous piece.
Beneath the Puppet Stand
by Mike Beede
Beneath the Puppet Stand is a parody of VH1's Behind the Music that looks at the fuzzier side of children's entertainment. The Telletubbies do smack; Ernie gets rid of Bert; Mr. Rogers plays dirty. What more do you need to know?
Sesame: Life on the Street
by Andrew Messer
Sunny day... sweeping the clouds away... So it was on Sesame Street, until a society that forgot the value of quality education started cutting the funding for public television... now Snuffalupagus has been murdered and everyone's a suspect, even Big Bird himself. Join Kermit as he narrates this harrowing tale of life on the (muppet) streets.
Great Ideas
by Lawrence Atkinson
A ridiculous and raucous parody of movie clichés, mixing and matching scenes from The Matrix, Scream, Jurassic Park, and others as the show builds to a chaotic climax. Could easily be described as "the perfect humorous piece."
Penny and The Adventure of Tickle Me Elmo
by JJ Allen
Penny goes through a heck of a lot to get a Tickle Me Elmo - only to find out her doll has a lot of attitude. The two must sass and claw their way to a happy ending. A host of crazy characters join the fun - including Penny's weird relatives.
Mary Choppins
by Frank Joseph
Three bright little English children need a new maid... but they get more than they bargained for when Mary Choppins shows up at their door! Her no-nonsense attitude leaves the kids with scars on the inside and out, and leaves the audience in stitches! The children must unravel the mystery of her dreadful appearance before she can carry out her evil plan. Brilliant satire.
Dr. Wilderness
by Clyde Hendrickson
Dr. Wilderness is an internationally renowned explored and TV star - who has yet to go exploring or become a star. Instead, he films a YouTube series about animals with his hapless cameraman Trav, encountering animals in the most ludicrous ways possible. Included in the menagerie: snake, pig, bat, wild cat, weasel, and bear. Finally, when Dr. Wilderness makes his first bold journey into the wild, to find the ferocious beavers of Sweden, he must battle his own demons... which happen to be Swedish beavers. It's funny, it's weird, it's wild, it's classic Clyde Hendrickson, one of the most successful authors in the forensics world. HI(M) , Duo(2M)
Little Suzy Sues God
by Brandon Daley
Little Suzy's cat dies one morning when her mom drives through the wall of the room and her car explodes. Before she has a chance to react - or deal with her crazy dad - a lawyer from the Devil appears and offers to help her sue God. But God has his own representation, and soon Suzy is caught in wacky surreal legal battle between the forces of good and evil, involving her friends and future love life. Of course, Suzy ends up learning a little lesson about the real value of life's rough spots, whether her Dad believes her story or not! An excellent story that rides some great characters and crashes in big, hilarious waves. HI (M, F) / Duo(MF, FF)
Black Fedora
by Ray Nesrym and Daniel Smedema
When Fettucini Alfredo is murdered, his son, Linguini, comes to Black Fedora, Private Eye, and hires him to look for the killer. Black visits the crime scene, the bar, and mafia leader Tommy Gun in search of the culprit. However the conspiracy runs deeper than Black could ever have imagined. In a world of lies, organ music, and product placement ads, can Black manage to close the case? Or will he end up closing shop instead? HI(M) / Duo(2M)
Brothers
by Dave Cameron
Laser Tag, Baseball, and Brotherhood. Several years after Troy's mother dies, his father remarries and leaves Troy with an over-eager step brother, Lance. After spending some time with Lance, Troy quickly finds inspiration in the actions of his younger step brother. As one of their lives ends, they find it hard to see how they ever lived without each other. The newest play by Dave Cameron, author of the NFL Final Round HI "Finding Ryan."