Christmas Musicals

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	A Tale Of Two Birthdays - by Judy Lown Old King Casper is celebrating his birthday in fine style, enjoying entertainment with his friends King Melchior and King Balthazar. Their glamorous wives see and admire an unusual, bright star and demand their husbands find it! Trudging across the desert the three kings resist temptations offered by a band of Herod’s soldiers and encounter some sand dancers before reaching the starlit stable. Time to celebrate another birthday! Highly entertaining.	4 - 7yrs
	A Wriggly Nativity - by Peter Fardell 'A Wriggly Nativity' tells the Christmas story almost entirely through catchy songs, actions, movement and dance. Everything is easy to learn, there is very little dialogue, and the narration between songs is brief. The songs have actions for the whole choir, so every child is specifically required NOT to sit still while singing! ‘A Wriggly Nativity’ demands that every single child, angel or sheep, channels his or her excited energy and squirming enthusiasm into telling the nativity story!	4 -7yrs
	NEW - Babushka - by Ruth Kenward Babushka cleans her little Russian house all day long to stop herself from noticing how lonely and sad she is. She’s so busy brushing away the spider, the mouse and the fly, that she fails to notice beautiful things going on around her: a new star shining in the sky, an angel hovering in her garden and an exciting message being spread by three mysterious kings. Eventually, Babushka sets off on a journey of discovery.	4 -7yrs
	The Raggedy King - by Veronica Clark A delightful Christmas Nativity. Will David the shepherd boy be willing to play his pipe for just a baby in a humble stable - this poor little 'Raggedy King'?	5 - 8yrs
	The Snow Child - by Judy Lown Based on a Russian Folktale, this magical musical features a loving but childless couple who entertain the village children every Christmas. One year they make a Snow Child who to their joy comes to life. Heartbreakingly, she melts in spring but returns in winter in time to celebrate Christmas.	5 - 8yrs
	Jesus' Christmas Party - by Roger Parsley - (Two scripts, 5-8 & 7-10 + 2 extra songs included) This vibrant show, based on the best selling book by Nicholas Allan, is already a hot favourite. The innkeeper and his wife keep being disturbed by a stream of visitors asking for Mary and Joseph. Desperate for sleep, the innkeeper eventually flies into a rage when he hears everyone having a noisy party, but softens as soon as he sees the newborn baby. Lively entertainment!	5 - 10yrs
	Miracle Child - by Ruth Kenward The story begins with a family Christmas Eve party, and ends with a problem solved on Christmas Day. Miracle Child explores the meaning of Christmas 2000 years on from the birth of Jesus. The modern miracle is that the events of so long ago can still have an impact on a modern consumer orientated child, as s/he learns the importance of giving (not just receiving) at Christmas. A poignant and entertaining show.	7 - 12yrs
	Five Gold Rings - by Jo Sands & Ruth Kenward This highly entertaining and original show is an adventure within The 12 Days Of Christmas. Matt and Lucy, two children who loathe each other, find themselves whisked away to a strange land, where they meet Mr. Partridge and various other characters from the ‘Twelve Days of Christmas’ song. Their mission is to find a missing gold ring in order for everything to return to normal. They will only succeed if they learn to resolve their differences and discover each other’s strengths, as well finding the true ‘gold’ that can be given at Christmas.	8 -12yrs
	Panto Pandemonium - (Junior version) by Roger Parsley & Ruth Kenward Four children take us on an adventure through various pantomime stories, to recover three magic objects in order to defeat the Wicked Witch. In true panto style, this hilarious show demands plenty of booing, hissing, ‘behind you!’ etc. Songs range from comedy numbers to poignant ballad, and there is a dramatic number centring on the baddies (‘Master Plan’) which offers great dance opportunities, as the Wicked Witch gets ‘converted’ to good at the end of the show. Can double as a staff panto! ALSO AVAILABLE is a full 2 hr. Show IDEAL FOR YOUTH & AMATEUR THEATRE COMPANIES - CLICK ON www.pantopandemonium.com	8 - 108yrs!
	Home For Christmas - by Jo Sands & Ruth Kenward Taking the theme of 'No room at the inn', this musical contrasts the bustling commercialism of a modern Christmas with the plight of the homeless. Will Nicky and Paul persuade their single parent mum that homeless Kate needs their help? Full of warmth, humour and powerful songs.	8 - 13yrs