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The Mandrake legend is about a magical plant that has a human-like appearance and is believed to have special powers. According to the legend, the roots of the Mandrake plant look like little people, and if you uproot them, the plant lets out a loud scream that can be dangerous to anyone who hears it.

In ancient times, people believed that the Mandrake could cure illnesses and bring good luck, so they would use it in their medicine and rituals. However, because of the danger of uprooting the plant, they would use a dog to pull it out of the ground, believing that the dog’s death would absorb the harmful effects of the Mandrake’s scream.

Today, the Mandrake is still a popular symbol in stories and movies, and it is often depicted as a magical plant with special powers. While the Mandrake may not actually have the powers that are attributed to it in the legend, it remains an important part of human history and culture, and it continues to fascinate and intrigue people of all ages.

THE TALKING MANDRAKE

Legend has it that the Mandrake possesses magical powers and can cure any ailment or grant any wish. But the plant is also said to be cursed, and those who attempt to harvest it risk being cursed themselves.

CHARACTERS:

SALLY, a curious young girl

TOM, Sally’s best friend

MANDRAKE, a magical plant with a voice

SCRIPT:

SCENE 1:

(Sally and Tom are playing in the woods when they come across a strange plant)

SALLY: Look at this plant, it’s so weird! Have you ever seen anything like it, Tom?

TOM: No, I haven’t. It’s kind of creepy.

MANDRAKE: (in a high-pitched voice) Hey, who are you calling creepy?

SALLY: Did you hear that?

TOM: Hear what?

SALLY: That voice! It came from the plant!

MANDRAKE: (clears throat) Yes, that was me. I’m a Mandrake, and I happen to be quite offended by your remarks.

SALLY: A talking plant? This is amazing!

TOM: I don’t know, Sally, this seems kind of strange.

MANDRAKE: Don’t be afraid, young ones. I may look a bit unusual, but I assure you, I mean you no harm.

SCENE 2:

(Sally and Tom are now seated in front of the Mandrake)

SALLY: So, Mr. Mandrake, can you tell us more about yourself? How did you get to be able to talk?

MANDRAKE: Ah, that is a long story. You see, I come from a long line of magical plants. My family has been around for centuries, and we have always possessed special powers.

TOM: What kind of powers?

MANDRAKE: Well, for one, we have the ability to heal. Our roots contain powerful properties that can cure all sorts of ailments.

SALLY: Wow, that’s incredible! Have you ever healed anyone before?

MANDRAKE: Oh, yes. I’ve helped many people in my time. But my powers are not limited to healing. I also have the ability to grant wishes.

TOM: Really? Can you grant us a wish?

MANDRAKE: I’m afraid I can’t just grant wishes willy-nilly. There are rules, you know.

SALLY: What kind of rules?

MANDRAKE: Well, for one, you must never wish for anything that would harm others. And secondly, you must always be careful what you wish for. Sometimes, the things we think we want can have unintended consequences.

SCENE 3:

(Sally and Tom have made a wish and are waiting to see if it will come true)

TOM: I can’t believe we actually made a wish to a talking plant.

SALLY: Shh, Tom, I think I hear something.

(Music plays, and a small gift box appears in front of them)

SALLY: Look, it’s a gift box! Our wish came true!

TOM: Let’s open it and see what’s inside.

(Sally opens the box and finds a small note inside)

SALLY: It says, “Be careful what you wish for.”

TOM: That’s it? What does that even mean?

MANDRAKE: (voice from offstage) It means that sometimes, the things we think we want are not really what we need. Remember that, young ones, and always be careful what you wish for.

(Sally and Tom look at each other, wondering what the Mandrake means)

End of Play

AUTHOR: K I D S I N C O

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