Stagecoach
| Category: | Chain Reaction Skits |
|---|---|
| Props: | 2 sturdy chairs set side-by-side |
| Notes: | Each time Scout #2 turns to look back, they should swing the imaginary shotgun-causing Scout #1 to duck if facing them. The phrase 'this big' is key to landing the punchline. |
[Scout #1:] This here's the Stagecoach. I'll be the driver!
[Scout #2:] I've got shotgun!!
[Scout #1:] Well now, we got to get this Stagecoach into town, and protect the gold.
[Scout #1:] OK, let's head towards town... Hiyah! (like shaking the reins for the horses, and Scout #1 starts bouncing like the coach is moving)
Scout #2 doesn't move, and just looks around
Scout #1 soon notices and bumps Scout #2 with his elbow to get his attention. Repeat the Hiyah!, and then both scouts start bouncing
[Scout #1:] Watch the bump! (both scouts mime hitting a bump)
[Scout #2:] (turns and looks back) There's someone following us.
[Scout #1:] Does he have on a black hat and a mask?
[Scout #2:] (turns and looks back) Yup!
[Scout #1:] How big is he?
[Scout #2:] (holds up his fingers about an inch apart) He's about this big.
[Scout #1:] We'd better get going.
(Speed up some)
[Scout #1:] Watch the bump! (both scouts mime hitting a bump)
[Scout #2:] (turns and looks back) He's still there. He's gaining on us!
[Scout #1:] How big is he now?
[Scout #2:] (holds his hands about a foot apart) He's about this big.
[Scout #1:] He's after the gold -- Hurry! Hurry!
(Speed up some more)
[Scout #1:] Watch the bump! (both scouts mime hitting a bump)
[Scout #1:] Is he still there?
[Scout #2:] (turns and looks back) He's still there!
[Scout #1:] How big is he now?
[Scout #2:] (holds his hands arms-width apart, vertically) He's this big!
[Scout #1:] Well, you have the shotgun - shoot him!
[Scout #2:] I can't shoot him.
[Scout #1:] Why not?
[Scout #2:] (holds his hand up with his fingers an inch apart) 'Cause I've known him since he was this big.
[Scout #1:] Whoa! (comedy stop with both scouts leaning forward together, then back into their seat.)