A SAMUEL FRENCH, INC. TITLE

The Bell

Short Play, Comedy  /  2w, 2m

NOTICE: Please be advised, this title is from the Samuel French Vault and is made from a scan of an archived manuscript. We hope you’ll treasure this glimpse into theatre history.

  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    2w, 2m
  • Duration
    Duration
    60 minutes (1 hour)
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Fantasy, Theatre for Young Audiences

Details

Summary
Tom the Bellman and his friend Wag, an enormous bear, sell bells every day in the marketplace. A strange, deeply worried man comes to them, asking if they could possibly make the "Bell of Happiness." The exciting efforts of Tom, Wag, and the audience to make the Bell, involve the fascinating utilization of all senses.
  • Additional Features Audience Participation/Interactive
  • Duration 60 minutes (1 hour)
  • Cautions
    • No Special Cautions

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Authors

Brian Way

Brian Way (1923 – 2006), a British teacher, director, and writer, is credited with originating educational theater for children. He and Margaret Faulkes, in founding the Theatre Center in London, introduced the concept of informal theatrical performances in school, and the ex ...
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