Description
Book Synopsis: Are you looking for a nativity play for your church or school that's a little different... a little more fun? WOW! is a short Christmas play that faithfully tells the story of Jesus' birth in a contemporary style PERFECT for kids. There are 5 hymns throughout that allow participation by the whole audience.
This short script is intended for kids age 5-12. The length is 20-30 minutes (dependent on how many verses you include with each hymn). It is written by award-winning New York playwright Gwynne Watkins. It is recommended you purchase at least 12 scripts as there are a minimum of 12 characters in the play.
The script contains the following hymns that can be adapted as desired:
- O Come All Ye Faithful
- Away in a Manger
- Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
- We Three Kings
- Joy to the World
CHARACTERS:
- Angel
- Narrator
- Mary
- Joseph
- Shepherds
- Animals
- Wiseperson 1
- Wiseperson 2
- Wiseperson 3
- Chorus (includes Animals, Angels and Sheperds)
NOTE: If you'd like to give more kids the opportunities for speaking lines, you can break up the large parts into “Angel 1, Angel 2, Angel 3, etc.”
ABOUT THE PUBLISHER
Beat by Beat Press is the world's fastest growing publisher of contemporary new musicals and plays for young actors. Since 2011, Beat by Beat shows have received thousands of productions in over 60 countries around the globe. The shows are created by a team of professional playwrights and arts educators in New York and Los Angeles. Over 15,000 youth directors have already discovered the joy of Beat by Beat Press.
Details
Looking for a Christmas nativity play that's both traditional and fun? Look no further! Introducing WOW! A Christmas Nativity Play Script for Kids. This contemporary adaptation faithfully tells the story of Jesus' birth, making it the perfect choice for your church or school production.
What sets this play apart is the inclusion of 5 beloved hymns that the entire audience can participate in. From "O Come All Ye Faithful" to "Joy to the World," these hymns add an extra layer of excitement and engagement to the performance.
Crafted by award-winning New York playwright Gwynne Watkins, this script is specifically designed for kids aged 5-12. With a runtime of 20-30 minutes, you can customize the length by choosing how many verses to include with each hymn.
To bring the story to life, it's recommended to purchase at least 12 scripts as there are a minimum of 12 characters in the play. However, if you'd like to give more kids the opportunity to have speaking lines, you can easily break up the larger roles into smaller ones. For example, "Angel 1, Angel 2, Angel 3, etc."
About the Publisher:
Beat by Beat Press is the world's fastest growing publisher of contemporary new musicals and plays for young actors. With thousands of productions in over 60 countries, Beat by Beat shows have become a trusted choice for youth directors worldwide. Our shows are meticulously crafted by a team of professional playwrights and arts educators in New York and Los Angeles. Join over 15,000 directors who have already discovered the joy and quality of Beat by Beat Press productions.
Don't miss out on this incredible Christmas nativity play script for kids! Purchase your scripts today and bring the story of Jesus' birth to life in a truly memorable and engaging way. Click here to order now!
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