: By royal decree… you are the prince’s chosen.
: We’ve come to apologize. We were… awful.
[Palace hall. Town crier or Herald stands with scroll; townspeople gather. King, Queen, Prince appear.] cinderella youth edition script
The Cinderella Youth Edition script retains the core elements of the classic tale, including Cinderella's transformation from a mistreated servant to a beloved princess. The story follows Cinderella's journey as she navigates her evil stepmother and stepsisters, meets the prince, and ultimately wins his heart.
Instead of a heavy set piece, use the ensemble. Have actors hold decorated wheels or use lightweight, painted umbrellas that spin to create the illusion of a moving carriage. Utilizing the Ensemble : By royal decree… you are the prince’s chosen
(CLOCK begins to chime – 11:55)
(Finally, they arrive at STEPMOTHER’s house. ANASTASIA and DRUSILLA cram their feet into the slipper – fails.) [Palace hall
While the script is optimized for youth theater, staging a fairy tale requires a few clever theatrical tricks. The Transformation Scene
(Lights fade.)
NARRATOR So Cinderella found what many miss: A home, a friend, and a life of bliss. Remember this tale when nighttime falls: Kindness can open the grandest halls.