CAST: Flexible cast of 17 (4M, 7F, plus 6 roles that can be any)
SET: Simple interior and exterior sets
TIME: About 45 minutes
Script:
$9.00 each Director’s book: $25.00 each
ROYALTY:
$55 First Performance
$55 Each Additional Performance
SET: Simple interior and exterior sets
TIME: About 45 minutes
Script:
$9.00 each Director’s book: $25.00 each
ROYALTY:
$55 First Performance
$55 Each Additional Performance
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Receiving your heart’s desire can sometimes have unexpected, comical results! In this delightful collection of folk tales, four magical wish givers teach apprentices about instances of wishes gone amiss, where the recipients of the wishes ended up preferring things as they were before the wish was ever granted. Action-packed, classic tales from Russia, Japan, France, and Germany come to lighthearted life in this economical, easy-to-stage, tour-friendly ensemble show. A nearsighted gardener learns that some things are best not seen too clearly. A hard-headed stonecutter aspires to become the most powerful thing in the world and learns about power in the process. A house-hungry fisherman’s wife allows her greed to push upward mobility a bit too far, and a sausage-savoring woodcutter’s wife nearly cuts off her husband’s nose to spite his face. With an extremely flexible cast, everyone has plenty to do, and the laughs are non-stop in this upbeat, hassle-free comedy!
Additional products available:
Director’s book: $25.00 each
Director’s book: $25.00 each
Be Careful What You Wish For...
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MESQUITE ISD
MESQUITE, TX
MESQUITE, TX
MEGAN MEAR
MARSHFIELD, MA
MARSHFIELD, MA
PATRICK DUNKLEY
MOUNT STERLING, OH
MOUNT STERLING, OH
JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
HURON, SD
HURON, SD
EAST AMWELL TOWNSHIP BOE
RINGOES, NJ
RINGOES, NJ
HAMLIN SCHOOL
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL
GRAND RAPIDS, MI
GRAND RAPIDS, MI
O'CONNOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
VICTORIA, TX
VICTORIA, TX
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My favorite play that we did last year was Be Careful What You Wish For. It had a wonderful message for the students to share with our school audience. Not to mention it was a lot of fun to put on. Cindy Brockman, West Cedar Elementary, Waverly, IA
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To choose this option, place your PRODUCTION ORDER normally, including the total number of scripts you need for your production. As with all production orders, you must order a minimum of one script per cast member. As you check out, make sure to specify that your address is a business address so you can select Get It Soon as a DELIVERY OPTION.
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NOTE: If you do not wish to prepay for your entire production, use our Get It Soon delivery option and receive your digital materials within one business day.
To choose this option, place your PRODUCTION ORDER normally, including the total number of scripts you need for your production. As with all production orders, you must order a minimum of one script per cast member. Then, select “Get It Now!” as your DELIVERY OPTION during checkout and enter your credit card information in the appropriate space. Make sure you specify the exact number of performances and select “Bill Now” for your royalties.
IMPORTANT:
- You will receive emailed links to download all ordered parts immediately after your order is submitted. Valid email address is required.
- A $6 e-delivery fee will be added to each order.
- All prices are the same whether traditional or digital.
- There are no returns, exchanges, or refunds on digital materials.
NOTE: If you do not wish to prepay for your entire production, use our Get It Soon delivery option and receive your digital materials within one business day.
