Our plays and musicals are written for the classroom by playwright, educator, composer and performer, January M. Akselrad, author of "Classroom Teacher As Theater Director"!

 
Watch January's interview on CUNY TV Saving Arts Education! She speaks about the Dramaterials™ and answers the question - what is the value of having music and theater in the elementary classroom? Skip ahead to the 18:15 mark for her segment!  Or, watch the entire 29 minute Edcast if you're interested in how the arts play a role in students' academic and social development. Hear how the arts improve student attendance, motivation and graduation rates - great info to use when championing for arts programs and materials in your school.

"Having seen many of her plays performed by students, I can definitively say that Ms. Akselrad knows of what she writes.  Her original plays are imaginative, engaging and delightful.  Following her lead, one can certainly be assured of a successful, educational and fun-filled experience!"
Dr. Miriam Westheimer,  Program Director - Teachers College, Columbia University

BRAVO!!

Plays and Musicals
That Teach Curriculum and Character
              
 

GRADES 1-2

American History (Pilgrims):  The Two Voyages Of The Mayflower, 1620 and 2120  (1 song)

GRADES 2-3

Literature (Fairy Tales):  Once Upon A Happily Ever After (1 song)

Science (Simple Machines): King Fulcrum And The Knights Who Said "No"

GRADES 2-4

American History (Immigration):  Yearning To Breathe Free (1 song)

Science, Problem-Solving: The Secret Senses Scheme (1 song)

GRADES 3-5

Literature, American History (Lincoln, U.S. Mint, WWII), Coins, Character Education
(Visualization, Coping Skills):  The Wishful Penny  (Full-length Musical w/ 5 songs)

Character Education/Ethics (Self-Esteem, Caring):  If We Didn't Care (1 song)

Theater Studies, Character Education (Cooperation):  Putting On A Play (1 song)

GRADES 4-5

American History, Literature:  Rip Van Washington or The Legend Of Sleepy Irving

GRADES 5-6

History (Ancient Civilizations):  Freaks and Greeks  (2 songs/duet)

Every See The Wish Play...

• Elementary School tried and true!

• Enough parts for each of your students!

• Staging, props and costuming notes from the playwright!

• Priced for a teacher's budget

at $24.50!

• Price includes the performance license!

• Formatted in professional, easy-to-read scripts

with "director's" case binder!

If your play includes music, you will receive the song, performance track, lyrics and lead sheet on your choice of MP3 & PDF or hard copy & CD.

We offer dozens of original plays and musicals to enhance and build your classroom curriculum.  Thank you for your patience as we add them to our website.  If you do not see the subject you are seeking, please send us an email.  Chances are, we have what you are looking for, or can quickly tailor a play to fit your needs.

Looking for a family-friendly PASSOVER musical to direct with your day school, synagogue or community theater? Check out the "Matzah & Miracles" Theater Kit!