Comedy. 40-55 minutes (dependent on level of audience interaction). 1-20 males, 1-20 females (8-30 performers possible). Middle school and older performers, and audiences of all ages. First performance royalty: $60. Each additional performance: $35. All licenses include permission to make copies of the script as necessary for production. Professional rights should be negotiated directly with YouthPLAYS at info@youthplays.com. First produced by Sauk Valley Junior College (Dixon, IL).

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Children will actively participate in these four updated and charming folk tales from around the world. In The Giant Wave, a Grandfather’s selfless action saves a town in Japan; in The Robber's Contest, two brilliant thieves dazzle their foes with clever pantomime and physical comedy (Russia); in Three Wishes, two sisters struggle with making the right wish (Europe); and in The Great Treasure, a father learns to value true riches (China).