22 Comedy 10 Minute Plays

22 Comedy 10-Minute Plays

Fresh. Original. Crowd-pleasing.
22 Comedy 10-Minute Plays is a standout collection of hilarious, high-quality short plays that deliver big laughs in a compact format. Written by best-selling scene writer Laurie Allen, these clever and engaging scripts are already gaining recognition, earning spots in one-act festivals and performances across the country.

Designed for performers ages 15–30, this collection breaks away from overused teen clichés. You won’t find typical cafeteria scenes or predictable dating drama here. Instead, these plays explore a wide range of imaginative and entertaining settings — from restaurants and airports to nail salons, award ceremonies, newsrooms, support groups, and job fairs — all crafted to highlight unique characters and unexpected situations.

Why Directors Love This Collection

22 Complete, Performance-Ready Plays
Each script stands alone as a fully developed 10-minute play, complete with characters, staging, and structure.

erfect Festival Length
Ideal for one-act competitions, theatre festivals, showcases, and classroom performance, with quick pacing and strong audience appeal.

Flexible Casting (2–8 Actors)
Includes a variety of cast sizes with gender-flexible roles, making it easy to adapt to any group.

Simple, Effective Staging
Minimal sets and props keep the focus on performance, allowing for easy production in any space.

Smart, Clean Comedy
Family-friendly material that avoids inappropriate language or content while still delivering sharp, entertaining humor.

Unique & Engaging Content

Each play offers a fresh take on comedy, focusing on interesting characters, quirky situations, and unexpected twists rather than predictable teen themes. The result is a collection that feels modern, versatile, and highly performable for a wide range of actors and audiences.

Perfect For

• One-act play festivals
• Drama competitions
• Theatre showcases
• Acting classes and workshops
• Community and school productions

With its combination of original storytelling, flexible casting, and clean, engaging humor, 22 Comedy 10-Minute Plays is a must-have resource for directors and educators looking for material that is both easy to produce and highly entertaining.

22 plays. 10 minutes each. Endless laughter.