Plays for Teenage Actors
Real voices. Real stories. Real theatre.
Salamander Street publishes some of the most vital and engaging plays written for and about teenagers today. These scripts capture the intensity, humour and complexity of young lives—tackling friendship, identity, love, loss, injustice and the search for belonging.
Perfect for school and youth theatre productions, GCSE and A Level study, or simply for young actors looking for material that feels authentic and alive.
Our collection of plays for teenage actors includes:
Featured Titles
COWBOYS AND LESBIANS by Billie Esplen
A funny, heartfelt coming-of-age story about friendship, sexuality and finding your place in the world.
CAST: 2 actors (both female, playing later teens) or up to 8 actors
Running time: 75-80 minutes
CARA AND KELLY ARE BEST FRIENDS FOREVER FOR LIFE by Mojola Akinyemi
A darkly comic two-hander that exposes the nastiest sides of teenage girlhood.
CAST: 2 actors
Running time: 60 minutes
CHICKEN BURGER N CHIPS by Corey Bovell
A vivid portrait of South London youth, told through sharp dialogue, big laughs and moments of raw emotion.
CAST: 1 actor – or up to 7 actors
Running time: 60 minutes
EAT THE RICH (but maybe not me mates x) by Jade Franks
Witty, provocative and utterly current — a bold exploration of class, privilege and power from one of the UK’s most exciting new playwrights.
CAST: 1 actor
Running time: 60 minutes
HER by Jennifer Adam
A powerful and intimate look at growing up female, exploring identity, friendship and what it means to stand up for yourself.
CAST: 4 actors (2 female, 2 male)
Running time: 60 minutes
KING HAMLIN by Gloria Williams
A gripping, contemporary tragedy set on the streets of London — friendship, ambition and the pull of violence.
CAST: 4 actors (3 male 1 female)
Running time: 60 minutes
SQUAD GOALS by Michelle Payne
Fast-paced and full of energy, this ensemble piece celebrates female friendship, football and following your dreams.
CAST: 10 female actors
Running time: 90 minutes
MISSING DAN NOLAN by Mark Wheeller
Based on a true story, this moving verbatim play reflects on loss, justice and the resilience of young people and their communities.
CAST: Up to 18, or 2 female, 2 male with doubling
Running time: 60 minutes
MASKING by Nina Lemon
The challenges faced by a group of school kids as they cope with a high-stakes school system in a world that’s piling on the pressure.
CAST: 7 actors (any gender)
Running time: 75 minutes
Why Choose Salamander Street Plays?
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Written by contemporary British playwrights with authentic teenage voices.
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Ideal for school and youth theatre casts with flexible ensemble roles.
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Suitable for Key Stage 3, GCSE, BTEC and A Level performance.
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Rich with themes for discussion, devised work and classroom exploration.
- Additional resources available and opportunities to engage with the playwrights.
Bring these stories to your stage
These plays don’t talk down to teenagers — they hand them the mic.
Each one offers a platform for young performers to express, question and create.
Special offer bundles available on all the Teenage titles
24% discount for 15 copies.
email: info@salamanderstreet.com for more info.
