Setting

The private sitting room in the palace in which Herod is staying in Jerusalem. A throne-like chair, perhaps with a gold or violet throw covering it, should be provided for Herod; this chair should face the audience. A simple chair or stool should be placed in front of the chair so that Jesus, when he sits down, may face Herod but not the audience. Other appointments to the room may be added for effect: potted palms, a small table with a wine carafe and fresh fruits, and anything else appropriate to such a room.

Costumes

Herod: bright, colorful robe, to ankles. Gold sandals. Several sparkling rings on his fingers. Short hair, beard. He should look about age forty-five to fifty.

Jesus: the long hair and beard that are commonly associated with Jesus’ appearance. Long tan or white robe, sa…