The Crucifixion Biblical Reader's Theater Script

This reader’s theater script for The Crucifixion is based on the accounts from Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The story focuses on the themes of Sacrifice, Obedience, and Love. This script is perfect for supplementing bible class, reading practice, small group reading, centers/stations or just getting comfortable reading in public.

Product Info:

An editable DOCX format (13 pages) which contains:

1) Teacher Tips & Answer Key

• CCSS Alignment
• Teacher Tips for use as both RT and Play/Skit
• Answer Keys for Worksheet
• Themes & Discussion Question Prompts

2) Readers Theater Script

• ~14 Characters, ~120 words

3) Script Worksheet

• 10 Vocabulary Words
• 10 Short-Answer Comprehension Questions: Comprehension and recall questions based solely on the script
• Character Traits: Covers the main characters, students provide direct quotes from the script that demonstrate each character's traits
• Story Plot Elements: Students identify which scenes demonstrate the Setting, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action and Conclusion.

Script Summary:

This script tells the story of Jesus’ final hours and death on the cross, based on the four Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. It shows how Pilate handed Jesus over, how soldiers mocked Him, and how He was taken to Golgotha (the Place of a Skull). Jesus was crucified between two criminals, and during those hours, darkness covered the land. Finally, Jesus died, saying “It is finished,” and the temple curtain tore in two. A Roman centurion called Jesus the Son of God, while several women stood by, watching in sorrow. Despite the sadness, this event is central for believers, who see it as a sign of God’s love and Jesus’ sacrifice.