Scripts and performing rights for the following Calico plays are available through Playmarket: http://www.playmarket.org.nz
The Snow Queen – by Jenny Wake
Based on the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen
When Kay is kidnapped by the Snow Queen, Gerda sets out to rescue him. She is captured by a gang of hungry robbers, planted in an enchanted garden and trapped by fierce snow warriors. Only her courage and her love for her friend can see her through.
Cast: 18 main characters; 45 – 145 supporting roles
Duration : 1 hour (approx)
Target Audience: Families
Production resources available from Calico Young People’s Theatre
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz – by Jenny Wake
Based on the book by L. Frank Baum
A tornado tosses Dorothy and her dog Toto into the magical land of Oz, where they meet a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodman and a Cowardly Lion. Dorothy asks the Wizard of Oz to help her get home, but the Wizard refuses unless she destroys the Wicked Witch of the West.
Cast: 15 main characters; 80 – 285 supporting roles
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes (approx)
Target Audience: Families
Production resources available from Calico Young People’s Theatre
Shalakazap! – by Jenny Wake
Tyro, an apprentice MatheMagician, can’t get his spells right. When Fire Chief Fleet arrives, looking for numerical salvation from a monstrous Flabberfamish, they turn to the audience for help. Riotous comedy, audience participation and plenty of mathemagical dilemmas ensue in this interactive theatre-in-education play .
Cast: 3 characters, male or female
Duration: 1 hour (approx)
Target Audience: 5 to 10 year-olds
Wipe Out – by Jenny Wake (with Jane Cherry and John Hui)
In a future world, Nem and Jax embark on a dangerous journey into virtual reality. Their mission: to destroy the electronic network of a powerful enemy. But Nem has a secret agenda and Jax jumps to some chilling conclusions about his loyalties. Survival depends on the strength of their friendship.
Cast: 2 characters, male or female
Duration: 45 minutes (approx)
Target Audience: 10 to 14 year-olds
The following scripts, first written for Calico, are also available through Playmarket:
In the Deep End – A Vanilla Bland Adventure - by Michelanne Forster
Speed of Light - by Angie Farrow
Forever and Ever – by Angie Farrow
The Tui Bird – by Angie Farrow
The Magnificent Show – by Angie Farrow