Welcome to Once Upon a Mix-Up. At first, this play may seem like a simple retelling of Little Red Riding Hood. However, things quickly take a wild turn when Snow White, the Three Little Pigs, Spider-Man, and Prince Charming all crash into the same story. As a result, the Narrator’s job becomes nearly impossible. Get ready to laugh, be surprised, and enjoy this unforgettable mash-up!
Characters:
- Narrator
- Snow White
- Three Little Pigs
- Little Red Riding Hood
- Spider-Man
- Prince Charming
- The Wolf
SCRIPT:
(At center stage, the Narrator enters with a big smile and faces the audience.)
NARRATOR: Greetings, ladies and gentlemen! Today, you’ll hear the classic story of Little Red Riding Hood. It’s a tale full of excitement and wonder, but—
(Suddenly, Snow White rushes in, looking frightened.)
SNOW WHITE: Help! Somebody, please help me!
NARRATOR: Wait a minute… who are you, and why are you here?
SNOW WHITE: I’m Snow White! My stepmother is evil and wants to get rid of me! After that, I—
(Immediately, the Narrator interrupts with frustration.)
NARRATOR: Hold it! Can’t you see I’m narrating Little Red Riding Hood? Oh no… (glances at the audience) This is a disaster! I’ll get fired for sure!
SNOW WHITE: (sobbing) I’m so sorry… I didn’t mean to ruin your story. But my stepmother doesn’t love me, and my father, the king—
NARRATOR: Enough! Although we feel sorry for you, you’re in the wrong story!
SNOW WHITE: Oh… really?
NARRATOR: Exactly! (points across the stage) See that little house over there?
SNOW WHITE: Yes.
NARRATOR: Then go there and hide. I’m sure the people inside will help you.
SNOW WHITE: (kisses the Narrator on the cheek) Thank you so much!
(Quickly, Snow White runs to the small house and knocks on the door.)
THREE LITTLE PIGS: (from inside) Who’s out there making all that noise?
SNOW WHITE: It’s me, Snow White! Please, dwarves, save me! My stepmother wants to get rid of me!
(Right away, the door opens.)
THREE LITTLE PIGS: We’re not dwarves—we’re the Three Little Pigs! Still, don’t worry. Come inside, and we’ll protect you from your stepmother!
(As soon as Snow White enters, the door closes. The Narrator sighs in relief. At that moment, Little Red Riding Hood skips onto the stage, singing loudly.)
LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD: I’m off to see the wizard, the wonderful wizard of Oz!
NARRATOR: Stop right there! That isn’t even your story! Please wait for your turn!
(With a shrug, Little Red Riding Hood leaves. The Narrator tries to regain focus.)
NARRATOR: Now, where was I? Oh yes… Little Red Riding Hood was—
(Suddenly, Spider-Man flips dramatically onto the stage.)
Spider-Man: I am Spider-Man! Protector of the weak and defender of justice!
NARRATOR: Not again! Who invited you this time?
Spider-Man: I sensed trouble. Surely someone here must need me!
Narrator: No one needs you right now. Please leave—I’m working!
SPIDER-MAN: (sadly) Oh… okay. Sorry.
(Spider-Man leaves slowly. Then, the Narrator tries once more.)
NARRATOR: Anyway, Little Red Riding Hood was a sweet little girl who—
(Finally, Little Red Riding Hood enters holding a basket.)
NARRATOR: Ah, at last! She was taking bread and honey to her grandmother when suddenly—
(The Wolf steps out from behind a tree.)
WOLF: Well, hello there, pretty girl! Who are you?
LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD: I’m Little Red Riding Hood, though I actually prefer pink. Who are you?
WOLF: I’m the wolf… but don’t worry, I’m not a bad wolf.
(Before anyone can respond, Prince Charming bursts onto the stage holding a glass slipper.)
PRINCE CHARMING: Excuse me! Could either of you try on this glass shoe?
LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD and WOLF: What? Why?
PRINCE CHARMING: I’m searching for Cinderella! She ran away from the ball and lost her shoe.
(At that moment, the door of the little house opens. Snow White and the Three Little Pigs rush out.)
SNOW WHITE: Did someone say Prince Charming?
PRINCE CHARMING: (staring in awe) Oh… you’re so beautiful… as white as snow!
NARRATOR: Stop! Everyone, please be quiet! I’m trying to tell the story of this little girl right here!
LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD: That’s true!
NARRATOR: But no one listens! You’ve all ruined my story… so you know what? I’ll just make up my own ending!
LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD: Hey! I was supposed to be the main character!
SNOW WHITE, WOLF, PRINCE CHARMING, AND THREE LITTLE PIGS: Not anymore! Ha, ha, ha!
NARRATOR: (to the audience) Here’s what happened: Prince Charming forgot all about Cinderella when he saw how beautiful Snow White was.
(Prince Charming hugs Snow White, throws away the slipper, and kneels with a ring.)
PRINCE CHARMING: Will you marry me?
SNOW WHITE: Yes!
NARRATOR: After that, they invited everyone—the Three Little Pigs, the Wolf, Little Red Riding Hood—
(Spider-Man swings dramatically back onto the stage.)
SPIDER-MAN: And me!
NARRATOR: Yes, yes… you too. Finally, they all lived happily ever after!
And so, the characters decided to write their own happily ever after. In The Fairytale Mix-Up, we learn that sometimes life doesn’t go as planned, but with teamwork and a little humor, you can still create something magical.
Moral: Be flexible when things don’t go as planned—sometimes the best stories come from surprises!
The End
Author: K I D S I N C O
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Classic Fairy Tale Authors
Charles Perrault (France, 1628–1703)
Often regarded as the father of the literary fairy tale, Perrault authored many timeless stories, including Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Little Red Riding Hood, and Puss in Boots
Brothers Grimm (Germany, Jacob 1785–1863 & Wilhelm 1786–1859)
Their collection Kinder- und Hausmärchen (first published in 1812) includes over 200 tales—such as Snow White, Hansel and Gretel, and Rapunzel—and remains foundational in folklore studies.
Hans Christian Andersen (Denmark, 1805–1875)
Celebrated for over 150 original tales, Andersen’s works include The Little Mermaid, The Ugly Duckling, The Emperor’s New Clothes, and The Snow Queen
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