Abridged Shakespeare Scripts
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These abridged Shakespeare scripts are for private reading only. If you'd like to use these in any other way (e.g. class discussions, performance), please e-mail us at info@compactshakespeare.com.
Shakespeare in the 10-minute play format. Perfect for the classroom and other amateur performances. More >>
Antony and Cleopatra in 10 Minutes by Joem Antonio
Coriolanus in 10 Minutes by Joem Antonio
Hamlet in 10 Minutes by Ica Macazo
Julius Caesar in 10 Minutes by David Rosario
King Lear in 10 Minutes by Roxy Cortez
Macbeth in 10 Minutes by Joem Antonio
Merchant of Venice in 10 Minutes by Joem Antonio
Merchant of Venice in 10 Minutes by Patrizia Hernandez and Maureen Ilagan
Othello in 10 Minutes by Joem Antonio
Othello in 10 Minutes by Cybershot
Romeo and Juliet in 10 Minutes by Max Arcenas
Shakespeare plays abridged to shorter lengths, with fewer actors. Perfect for community theatre. A good acting challenge. More >>
Short, one-actor performances of Shakespeare plays. Perfect for those who want an intense acting challenge. More >>