Jacobites are Coming! (drama skit)

British history 18th century

Summary: An English town is about to be attacked by the Scottish Jacobites. Something unusual happens when the military locks into the line of cannon fire. A fast-moving, fun skit by British playwright, Chris Green.

Type: Non-fiction

Time and Region: 1745, England

Grades: 7-12

Cast: 6 plus crowd

Performance Time: 5 minutes

WHERE IS THIS SKIT USED?

• History classes
• Drama showcases
• Choral music with drama concerts
• Museums

Teachers are saying...

✎"Not many people study the mid-1700s in England, but that may be a reason to include this scene. It’s just 5 minutes and has a great crowd scene. I have bought nearly all the skits by British playwright Chris Green and highly recommend this one." - Amazon customer

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Rebecca Locklear

Teaching history through the arts

www.rebeccalocklear.com

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© Rebecca Locklear

****NOTE: As per TpT's "history guidelines," no one is playing the part of a real person. There is no negative impact on individuals or groups.