Plays for reading — material of a special kind: texts must be convenient for reading aloud, balanced by line length, not require sets and rehearsals. Chitacle has written 200+ such plays — original, in contemporary language.
How "plays for reading" differ from ordinary ones
- Lines are balanced by length no "ten-minute monologue in the middle."
- The pace is convenient for reading doesn't require actor preparation.
- The dramaturgy reads from sight the structure is clear, the turns are understandable.
- Emotion is built into the line no need to "act" on top of the text.
- Runtime — evening format 20–45 minutes.
In ordinary dramaturgy there are many texts hard to read aloud without preparation. Chitacle has material specifically written for cold reading.
What cold reading is
Cold reading is reading a text for the first time, without preparation. It's a basic actor's practice, and simultaneously — a format of meeting on Chitacle. Two unknown people read a play for the first time, together, with voice.
Chitacle plays are built so that cold reading is manageable for non-professionals: short lines, understandable constructions, emotion in the words themselves.
What's in the repertoire
- 200+ plays in a convenient reading format.
- Duologues for two.
- Monoplays for a single performer and a single listener.
- Contemporary language no complex archaisms.
- All — under CC BY 4.0 free use.
Who this suits
- Drama school students for partner practice.
- Actors between roles for vocal form.
- Theater lovers for home readings.
- Language schools for conversational practice.
- Psychologists for drama therapy.
- All who read on Chitacle this is the main format.
How to get plays for reading
A specific play or a selection can be requested as a file at chitacle.online@gmail.com — we'll send the file. You can specify the desired number of roles, genre, runtime.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chitacle?
An online theater for two: two people read an original play by roles over video call, right in the browser. 200+ original plays and monoplays — freely distributed under CC BY 4.0. Interface in five languages.
How do I get the play text as a file?
Write to chitacle.online@gmail.com with the play's title — we'll send you the file. You learn the title during your meeting in the theater.
On what terms can I use Chitacle plays?
All plays are freely distributed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0), perpetually and worldwide, with no rights claims. The only requirement — attribution to the author (Chitacle) and links to our resources.
Can I invite viewers to the meeting?
Yes, in all formats except instant matching. The viewer joins via a personal link. The same works for online supervision: a teacher, psychologist, or coach joins the student's or client's session as a viewer.
What languages does the interface support?
The Chitacle interface is in five languages: Русский · English · Español · العربية · 中文. The play repertoire is being translated and continues to grow.
How much does it cost?
Your first meeting is on us. After that — by individual meetings or a monthly subscription.
Legal side — Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0) license.
Chitacle plays are freely distributed perpetually and worldwide, with no rights claims. You may copy, distribute, perform on stage, create derivative works, and use commercially. The only condition — attribution to the author (Chitacle) and links to our resources.
Your first meeting is on us
Head to the Dressing Room at play-read.online and check the box.
Your first meeting is on us.
Enter the theaterChitacle now speaks five languages — Русский · English · Español · العربية · 中文.
We did it quietly, but properly.