The Big Trouble Under The Big Top
Eps. #733, A Jones & Parker Mystery
Written by Katie Wynn and Bob Hoose. Adapted to Play Script by Madaline Ware
Theme: Trust and teamwork
Cast size:12-25 (1 guys, 3 gals, 8 flexible)
Ideal performer age: Middle school and high school
Setting: Circus - interior and exterior
Step right up and join Emily and Matthew of the Jones & Parker Detective Agency for an unexpected mystery under the circus tent! From broken trapeze ropes to a tampered cannon, strange accidents keep happening, and it’s up to Emily and Matthew to find out who’s behind the trouble.
The kids meet a colorful cast of circus performers: Esteban the knife thrower, the proud Guinassi trapeze family, the clowns, and Nina, a hardworking helper who longs to be in the spotlight. In the end, the circus family learns an important lesson: trust and forgiveness are essential for living and working together.
This one-act play, adapted from Adventures in Odyssey® episode #733, has varying roles and ages, great for beginner actors and seasoned performers. Sets and scene changes are creative yet simple for budding directors and small budgets.
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" I really enjoy listening to Adventures In Odyssey so it was a lot of fun acting one out."
Daniel (16), Performer