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The Children's Crusade

Full-Length Play, Drama  /  8girl(s), 13boy(s)

Paul Thompson, Robert Campbell

The Children's Crusade
by Paul Thompson

The action is based on the mythology surrounding the two Children's Crusades of 1212. A German boy, Nicholas, declares that God has commanded him to lead an army of children to Jerusalem to bring back the Cross.

The Children's Crusade

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    8girl(s), 13boy(s)
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Theatre for Young Audiences, Docudrama/Historic

Details

Summary
Thousands set off with him on the perilous journey. The mime sequences and the opportunities for improvisation make it an exciting experience for both the audience and the cast. The music is included in the text.
Cast Attributes
May be performed by 57 boys and 8 girls.
  • Time Period Medieval (6th-14th c.)
  • Setting Various simple interior and exterior settings.
  • Features Period Costumes

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  • Minimum Fee: £70 per performance plus VAT when applicable.

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Authors

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Paul Thompson

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Robert Campbell

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