Since 1978 History Theatre has produced over 100 world premieres.
History Theatre works with the best local and national playwrights and composers to develop brave, entertaining explorations of all the histories that make up our diverse community. From Farm Boys to Snapshots: Life in the City, from the celebratory Wellstone! to the dark, complex Piece of the Rope about Minnesota’s first public execution.
For more information about our new play development program, email Ron Peluso or call 651.292.4325.
Submitting a Script
We do NOT consider unsolicited scripts.
We DO accept a one-page treatment and 10-page dialogue sample for review either through an agent or with a letter of recommendation from an artistic director.
The treatment should include:
- A brief synopsis of the plot line
- Number of actors required
- General description of the set
- Any special production requirements
- If the submission is a musical, a CD or tape can accompany the script.
If there is not an SASE for materials, it will be assumed that they may be recycled when we are finished with them.
Our strong emphasis is on historical plays—real stories about real people – and usually though not always in the Midwestern United States.
Please mail your submissions to:
History Theatre
Attn: New Work Development
30 East Tenth Street
Saint Paul, MN 55101
We will only contact you if we have questions or would like to see a full script.
New Play Library
The following titles are available for licensing to be produced for your theatre or community. For information about licensing a script or obtaining a perusal copy of one of the titles listed below please email Suzy Messerole or call 651.292.4323 x107.
Beyond the Rainbow
by William Randall Beard
In this musical Judy Garland's memories reveal the accomplishments and deep struggles of one of Hollywood's greatest musical stars. Tons of great songs! (Cast of 5)
Christmas of Swing
by Bob Beverage
in collaboration with Jan Puffer,
Ron Peluso and David Lohman
A new movie script lands in the laps of the Andrew Sisters and inspires some of the best holiday tunes ever recorded. Special appearances by Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye and Lou and Costello. (Cast of 5)
Sisters of Swing
by Beth Gilleland and Bob Beverage
A musical tribute to the Andrews Sisters. (Cast of 5)
The Orphan Train
by Patty Lynch and Charlie Maguire
A musical tale of the children who boarded the trains and came West in search of family and a new life. (Cast of 8, plus children)
A Servants’ Christmas
by John Fenn and Drew Jansen
A Jewish girl comes to work as a maid in a very strict Christian household in St. Paul. The year is 1900. (Cast of 6, 2 young people)
The Gangster Musical or Public Enemy Number One
by David Hawley and Drew Jansen
J. Edgar Hoover takes on Ma Barker and the Karpis gang during the 1930s as Hoover declares Alvin "Kreepy" Karpis to be Public Enemy Number One! (Cast of 8)
