(Mary and Joseph approach from the back of the room and speak when they are halfway to the stage.)

Mary: Joseph, could that be Bethlehem just ahead?

Joseph: Yes, at last.

(Mary and Joseph continue to walk slowly toward the stage. All other Scene 4 characters take their places on stage. The visitors, beggars, and merchants yell appropriately.)

Mary: It looks so crowded.

Joseph (Knocking on door): Do you have room for us?

Innkeeper 1: There's no more room in here. This plac…