The Scarlet Letter

based on the novel by Nathaniel Hawthorne

Adapted by Carrie McCrossen from the novel by Nathaniel Hawthorne

Length: 80-90 minutes

Cast Size: 10-25 actors (suggested casting: 6F, 6M, 1 any)

Genre: Drama

Sub-Genre: Adaptation

Synopsis:
In this new and theatrical retelling of the classic tale by Nathaniel Hawthorne, Hester Prynne is forced to wear a scarlet letter on her chest as punishment for committing adultery in Puritan New England. Throughout time, The Scarlet Letter has endured as a way to examine societal expressions of shame, guilt, and ultimately, redemption. (A Read More

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Acting Edition Book A published paperback edition of the play. Use for perusal reading or production purposes.	$11.99	$0
Stage Manager Edition A published edition of the play in a 3-ring binder, single-sided with extra-wide margins for taking notes. Great for stage managers and directors.	$24.99	$0
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Type of Script	Price	Total
Acting Edition Book A published paperback edition of the play. Use for perusal reading or production purposes.	$11.99	$0
Stage Manager Edition A published edition of the play in a 3-ring binder, single-sided with extra-wide margins for taking notes. Great for stage managers and directors.	$24.99	$0
PDF Production / Classroom Scripts Printable PDF scripts intended for PRODUCTION or CLASSROOM USE. You must order one copy for each person in your cast/crew or classroom.	$11.00	$0
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Product specification details
Genre	Drama
Sub-genre	Adaptation
Length Type	Full-Length
Theme	Faithful Adaptation, Historical, Religion
Author Display	Adapted by Carrie McCrossen from the novel by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Cast Size	10-25 actors (suggested casting: 6F, 6M, 1 any)
Approx. Running Time	80-90 minutes
Production Photos	View Photos

* Minimum Royalty: $80.00 / performance

Script PDF: $11.00

Acting Edition Book: $11.99

Stage Manager Edition: $24.99

* Listed royalties are minimum rates for non-professional and school productions. Actual rates will be calculated during checkout. Professional rates are determined after an application is submitted.

In this new and theatrical retelling of the classic tale by Nathaniel Hawthorne, Hester Prynne is forced to wear a scarlet letter on her chest as punishment for committing adultery in Puritan New England. Throughout time, The Scarlet Letter has endured as a way to examine societal expressions of shame, guilt, and ultimately, redemption.

(A one-act version of this play is also available.)