The Light Princess

Adapted from the George MacDonald fairy tale, this theatre for young audiences play is perfect for touring.  A lesson in empathy and the importance not only of laughter, but of sorrow.

PRINCESS.
(Trying to rise again.)
Ugh!  And this, I suppose, is your wretched gravity?

PRINCE.
(Sweeping her into his arms.)
No.  No, Princess.  This is Light.

About the Play

The Light Princess
Available from YouthPLAYS

Adapted from the George MacDonald fairy tale, this theatre for young audiences is perfect for touring, and a lesson in empathy and the importance not only of laughter, but of sorrow.
RUNTIME: Approximately 30 minutes

SET: Minimal (Physical theatre encouraged; some props required)

CASTING: Flexible: 3 females, 2 males, 1-7+ any gender (6-13+ performers possible)
CHARACTERS:

Female Presenting
The Light Princess
Queen
Witch

Male Presenting
King
Prince

Any Gender
Narrator

Doubling is suggested for the large cast of servants, metaphysicians, cooks, nurses, and other minor characters.  Companies may separate roles or combine them as they please.

THE LIGHT PRINCESS
Written by Emily C. A. Snyder
Adapted from George MacDonald

Photos from MSU's 2022 Production

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