The Legend of St George and the Dragon

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The Legend of St George and the Dragon

by Alison Chaplin

The Legend of St George and the Dragon – Short Play for Schools and Children’s Theatre
The Legend of St George and the Dragon is an exciting and accessible retelling of the classic story of how the courageous, honourable, and kind Knight George became Saint George. When the City of Silene is terrorised by a fearsome dragon, the King is powerless—but brave George arrives just in time to slay the beast and save the people.

This short, simple, and engaging play is perfect for school productions, youth theatre, and classroom performances, offering students the chance to explore heroic storytelling, character work, and ensemble acting. Bring one of Britain’s most enduring legends to life in a performance that is fun, educational, and suitable for all ages.

This script pack contains full performance support notes plus great follow-on classroom tasks.

If you are giving a performance of this play you must purchase a performing rights licence, available below.

Cast:	20
Runtime:	30 mins
Age Range:	KS2, KS3
Genre:	comedy history
Type:	one act

Download

This play can be purchased as a download-only version in Acrobat (pdf) format. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader (or a similar PDF reader).

This version DOES NOT include performing rights.

This version includes a Full Cast/Character List, Production Notes with suggestions for props, costumes and staging, and Follow-On Activities for further work in the classroom.

ISBN:	978-1-906153-49-6
Price:	£6.00

Multiple Performance Rights Licence

Purchasing this licence allows you to give UP TO FIVE public performances of this play. It is valid for six months from the date of purchase. A public performance is one given to any external audience, including friends and family, regardless of ticket charges. If you are giving multiple public performances of this play then you will need to have the appropriate performing rights licence. For any queries about which licence to purchase please contact info@artsonthemove.co.uk.

ISBN:	n/a
Price:	£20.00

Single Performance Rights Licence

Purchasing this licence allows you to give JUST ONE public performance of this play. It is valid for two months from the date of purchase. A public performance is one given to any external audience, including friends and family, regardless of ticket charges. If you are giving a public performance of this play then you will need to have the appropriate performing rights licence. For any queries about which licence to purchase please contact info@artsonthemove.co.uk.