Characters (in order of appearance)
Father (Aaron)
Benjamin
Esther
Mother
Rebecca
Ruth
Joseph
Mary
Innkeeper (Daniel)
Innkeeper’s Wife
Leah
Innkeeper’s Child 1
Innkeeper’s Child 2
First Shepherd
Second Shepherd
Third Shepherd

Props
Two tables
Four chairs
Door
Scrolls
Broom
Pitcher of water
Glasses
Tray with food and bowls on it
Blanket
Towel
Manger
Star

Notes
This play draws together ancient prophecies from the book of Isaiah and the birth of Jesus, showing how his coming was a fulfillment of those prophecies. It has sixteen speaking parts, four of which are best for little ones, another four which should be played by teens or adults, and the remaining suitable for children in-between. The lead role of Esther was written for a girl about twelve.

The stage setup includes a table, downsta…