A Magical Christmas
The Narrators Opening!
A
The stage is separated into four unique sections, each symbolizing a different household and adorned with lively decorations. This scene involves the Narrators introducing the play and setting the stage for the Christmas Eve events.
[Scene 1: Exterior, Nighttime, Four Special Houses]
Noah: (voiceover) On a chilly Christmas Eve, as the stars twinkled brightly in the night sky, four special houses were filled with the warmth of holiday spirit and the laughter of children.
Empress: (voiceover) In the first house, a magnificent Christmas tree stood proudly in the living room, adorned with colorful ornaments and shimmering lights. Inside, five cheerful children sang festive carols, their voices harmonizing as they decorated the tree with joy and excitement.
The Christmas Tree House
B
The setup will feature a beautifully lit Christmas tree adorned with presents underneath, and the children will be seated directly behind it, ensuring they are not too close to obstruct the decoration process. All the kids will be positioned in front of the tree, allowing the audience to see them as they decorate.
The kids ought to wear pajamas and be supervised by the play parents (teachers) as they decorate the Christmas tree with ornaments while singing "Jesus Jesus Little Star." We will sing the song three times to allow the children ample time, with each rendition in a higher key.
The Narrator into the Fun House
C
The Narrator
Noah: Over there, we could hear happy giggles coming from the house with the big tree. Two friends were playing a fun clapping game, and two others were jumping up and down, trying to see who could jump the most without getting tired. Meanwhile, some kids were talking about what they wished for Christmas."
The Group Home Fun House
D
The scene depicts foster siblings enjoying each other's company and expressing a desire for something more meaningful than just gifts during Christmas.
Scene 1: Gabrielle and Brooklyn
*Gabrielle and Brooklyn are playing together.*
Gabrielle: "Pat-a-cake, pat-a-cake, baker's man,
Bake me a cake as fast as you can;
Roll it, pat it, mark it with a J,
And put it in the oven for Jesus and me."
Scene 2: Calista and the Group
*Calista is working out, and Amari and Layla join her.*
Calista: "I bet I can do more jumping jacks than you."
Amari and Layla (loudly): "Hey, what do we want for Christmas?"
Scene 3: Everyone
*The song plays, and everyone joins in.*
Everyone: "So I can wish you merry Christmas (Sit down)"
Narrator into the Church
F_A
Empress: Let's take a look at the local church down the street and see what they are doing on Christmas Eve.
The Church
F_B
Children gather for prayer and sing "The Lord’s Prayer" and "Oh, How I Love Jesus."
The reorganized play lines are as follows:
Tori: “I Wish I knew How To pray”
Makiyah: "You Don't Know How To Pray"
Shaun: "You Don't Know How To Pray"
Jenise: "We can teach you, Come on Guys!"
Everyone: Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen. (Que the song O How I love Jesus)
Narrator into the Kitchen
G_A
Noah: At the same time, in the second house, the yummy smell of just-baked cookies filled the air. Five kids were having fun in a warm kitchen, mixing things together and laughing as they made tasty treats that would make everyone happy.
The Kitchen
G_B
The kids are in the kitchen, using their mixing bowl and kitchen tools, while joyfully singing and enjoying the process of baking Christmas cookies.
Bailee & Alanee : "Wow Mama's Baking Christmas Cookings!"
Narrator into the Slumber Party
H_A
Noah: At last, we reach the fourth house, where the Christmas magic really happens. Six friends had a sleepover, feeling very excited as they talked about their Christmas wishes. While they were having fun, one friend named Ayden had something important to say about what Christmas is really about.
The Slumber Party House
H_B
Kindergarten children in nightclothes discuss their Christmas wishes. One girl emphasizes that "Jesus is the reason for the season," leading to laughter. They then exit to teach her the true meaning, singing "Lord, I Lift Your Name on High."
Sarah: “I want a puppy!”
Nova: “I want a new bike for Christmas!”
Dante: “I hope I get a New Playstation so I can Play it all day!!”
*(Ayden looks around, feeling left out.)*
Ayden: “But… what about Jesus? Isn’t Christmas about Him?”
*(The other kids laugh.)*
Bella: “Oh come on! That’s boring!”
*(Ayden looks sad and runs away, crying. Violet follows her.)*
Violet: “That's mean, guys. We don't know about Jesus! Ayden, come back!” *(She runs out of the scene looking for Ayden)*
Solo Songs
Violet and Aiden go off to a room by themselves on stage right and sing:
"He came from heaven to earth to show us the way
From the earth to the sky, my debt he paid
From the cross to the grave, from the grave to the sky
Lord, we lift your name on high."
Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy
I
DANCER: NOEL STAGE NAME “NOEL THE FAIRY”
Let's Go Back In Time
J
During this scene, the Christmas angels, represented by the youth choir, eagerly wait to sing "Jesus is the reason for the season." The fairy will use her magic to lull the children into a deep sleep, transporting them back to the past.
(The First Noel enters the stage and greets the Kids)
The First Noel: Hello Kids! My name is The First Noel, and I heard that some of you think Jesus is boring. But did you know that Christmas is all about him?
Kids: Really? No, I don't think so.
The First Noel: I will take you back 2000 years to show you that Jesus is the reason for the season. Would you like to go on a magical journey?
Kids: Yay!
The First Noel: Okay, here we go! (She sprinkles her glitter over the kids, and they all fall asleep except for Ayden)
(The First Noel calls the Christmas Angels)
The First Noel: O Christmas Angels!
(In walks the Christmas Angels singing "Jesus is the reason for the Season")
(The Christmas Angels pick up the kids from their sleep and move them off the stage to stage left)
The Three Wise Man Journey
K
While the children play their instruments, they march and accompany the three wise men slowly down the aisle. Simultaneously, the slumber party kids watch in awe from a distance. The manager scene is already set up. The children will approach the altar and present their gifts.
Silent Night
L
In this scene, Mary and Joseph walk down the aisle in search of a place for the birth. They eventually find the manager and place baby Jesus in his bed.
No Lines
The First Noel Dance
M
In the First Noel, the angels gracefully dance before proceeding down the aisle to take their seats on stage alongside the manager.
Noel Dance
The Fairy's Magical Explanation
N
“Here is the first Noel,” she began, her eyes sparkling with excitement. “This is the story of a very special night, over two thousand years ago, when a wonderful miracle happened!”
The children leaned closer, their eyes wide with wonder.
Noel: “On that magical night in Bethlehem, a young woman named Mary was about to have a baby. But this wasn’t just any baby; he was a very special gift from God! Mary and her husband, Joseph, had traveled a long way and were looking for a place to stay. But everywhere they went, they found no room. Can you imagine how worried they were?”
The fairy waved her hand, and suddenly, the scene around them came to life. They could see Mary and Joseph, looking tired but hopeful, knocking on doors and being turned away.
“Finally,” the fairy continued, “a kind innkeeper saw how desperate they were and offered them a place in his stable. It was warm and cozy, filled with the sweet smell of hay and the gentle sounds of animals. And it was in that humble stable that Mary gave birth to baby Jesus.”
Mary Did You Know
P
Hosana
Q
Christmas Morning
S
Directors Greeting
Y
Joyful Joyful
Z