Mary Magdalene’s Morning - Childrens Easter Skit

Summary

This gentle Reader’s Theater skit retells the Easter morning story through the eyes of Mary Magdalene. Using calm narration and short, clear lines, children experience the quiet sadness of early morning at the tomb and the surprising joy that follows. The script avoids frightening details and focuses instead on wonder, hope, and discovery.

As the story unfolds, young audiences learn that Easter morning changed everything. What began with tears and questions ends with joy and good news. The skit helps children understand the heart of Easter in a simple and reassuring way: Jesus is alive, and His love is stronger than death.

Theme

Easter – Jesus Is Alive

Characters

(4-6 actors)

• Narrator – Guides the story and sets the mood

• Mary Magdalene – A faithful follower of Jesus

• Angel – A gentle messenger with good news

• Peter – A disciple who runs to see the tomb

• John – A disciple who listens and believes

When

Biblical times – Early Easter morning

Props & Costumes

• Simple robes or scarves

• Cloth or paper stone for the tomb

Why

The resurrection shows that Jesus defeated death and gives us hope and new life.

How

A simple stage with one side as the garden tomb and space for readers to stand and read aloud.

Time

5 minutes