Washington vs Lincoln: Presidents’ Day Showdown is a short comedy play script for 16 actors (5 to 15 actors with doubling).
Washington vs. Lincoln: Presidents’ Day Showdown is a fast-paced, funny classroom play where students use a “time machine” to bring George Washington and Abraham Lincoln face-to-face. Through playful debates, myths, and fun facts, the two presidents explain their achievements and set the record straight on history. The students argue over who truly deserves Presidents’ Day, sparking lots of laughs and learning along the way. The play ends with a positive, unifying message that celebrates not just two leaders, but the idea of honoring all presidents and the nation they served.
Cast of Characters
MAX: A student arguing that Presidents’ Day should be about George Washington
JESSE: A student arguing that Presidents’ Day should be about Abraham Lincoln.
WASHINGTON: An actor who appears to be George Washington
LINCOLN: An actor who poses as Abraham Lincoln.
Students (1-12)*: MADDOX, DYLAN, PEYTON, OAKLY, WYNN, ASH, BILLIE, QUINN, FINLEY, ARDEN, RILEY, SHILOH
*These parts can be combined into one to eleven parts if a smaller cast is desired.
