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This 20-minute playscript, “The Last Supper,” is designed for primary school performance, depicting the biblical event of Jesus’s last meal with his disciples. Tailored for Key Stage 2, it offers 30 flexible roles and focuses on themes of remembrance, love, and service.

Key Features:

Biblical Storytelling: The script vividly portrays the events of the Last Supper, from the preparations for the Passover meal to Jesus’s teachings and the establishment of the Eucharist.

Flexible Cast: With 30 roles, including Jesus, the 12 disciples, narrators, and followers, the script can be easily adapted to various class sizes.

Emphasis on Key Themes: The script highlights the themes of remembrance (of Jesus’s sacrifice), love (as demonstrated by Jesus), and service (through the washing of the disciples’ feet).

Clear Stage Directions: The script provides clear stage directions and setting suggestions to aid in performance.

Simple Props: The prop list includes easily sourced items like a table, benches, cups, bread, and a basin and towel for the foot-washing scene.

Integrated Song: The script incorporates the song “Make New Friends” via a YouTube link, reinforcing the theme of love and fellowship.

Benefits:

Educational: Introduces children to a significant event in Christian tradition in an accessible way.

Promotes Understanding: Helps children understand the meaning of the Last Supper and its importance for Christians.

Encourages Participation: The large number of roles allows for whole-class involvement.

Easy to Perform: Simple staging and prop requirements make it suitable for primary school assemblies.

Includes a YouTube Song Link: Provides a readily available musical component that enhances the assembly’s message.

This “Last Supper” playscript is a valuable resource for educators seeking to present this important story in a meaningful and engaging way for young learners.