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  1. Junior Claus

    Junior Claus

    Book and lyrics by Christopher Dimond. Music by Michael Kooman.

    Product Code: J68000

    • Comedy
    • Elementary School | Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
    • 3m., 3w., doubling possible, extras as desired.
    • 85 min.
    A teenage inventor, the only son of Santa Claus, is reluctant to take over the family business. Junior puts more faith in his technological inventions than in good old-fashioned Christmas magic, much to the chagrin of his father. But, when a sudden drop in Christmas spirit renders Santa incapable of making the great ride, Junior must take the reins and learn the true meaning of Christmas in time to save the day. Learn More
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    Min. Royalty Rate: $90/perf

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  2. The Elves and the Shoemaker: A Musical Holiday Fable

    The Elves and the Shoemaker: A Musical Holiday Fable

    Book by Patty Carver. Music and lyrics by Patty Carver and Leo P. Carusone.

    Product Code: E82000

    • Drama
    • Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
    • 3 to 4m., 2 to 3w. (3 to 6 either gender optional).

      Livestream and Record & Stream Rights Available

    • 60 min.
    This fun-filled musical holiday tale based on the well-loved classic retells the traditional story with a unique twist. Written with sing-alongs, dance-alongs and lots of audience participation, this musical will delight children of all ages. Learn More
    $8.95 /script

    Min. Royalty Rate: $65/perf

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  3. Legend of the Poinsettia

    Legend of the Poinsettia

    By Roxanne Schroeder-Arce.

    Product Code: LF6000

    • Drama
    • Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
    • 2m., 3w., plus chorus with doubling, or up to 12+ (4m., 6w., 2 either gender) plus chorus.

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    • 50 min.
    Thirteen-year-old Estrella is torn between her family's cultural traditions and the exciting life she imagines exists in the homes of mainstream Americans. Learn More
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    Min. Royalty Rate: $65/perf

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  4. The Match Girl's Gift: A Christmas Story

    The Match Girl's Gift: A Christmas Story

    By Laurie Brooks.

    Product Code: MF6000

    • Drama
    • Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
    • 3m., 3w., optional ensemble of up to 8 children.

      Livestream and Record & Stream Rights Available

    • 70 min.
    On Christmas Eve 1898, in the heart of New York City, a ragged little girl, Lizzie, is huddled by the steps of an elegant brownstone. When her Gran brings her a gift of "waking dreams" that help her imagine what might be, Lizzie goes into the grand house and offers a unique gift to the family inside. Encouraged by her friends, Lizzie recognizes her own beauty and realizes that without our dreams for the future, we are without hope. Learn More
    $11.95 /script

    Min. Royalty Rate: $110/perf

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  5. The Daughter of St. Nicholas

    The Daughter of St. Nicholas

    By Linda Daugherty.

    Product Code: D96000

    • Comedy
    • Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
    • 3m., 3w., 1m. or 1w., 3 girls, 1 girl or boy.

      Limited Livestream Rights Available

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    • 65 min.
    In this comedic play-within-a-play set in 20th-century provincial Russia, a colorful troupe of actors present the Russian classic fairy tale of Snergorka, the daughter of St. Nicholas who saves Christmas. Learn More
    $9.95 /script

    Min. Royalty Rate: $85/perf

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  6. The Quiltmaker's Gift

    The Quiltmaker's Gift

    Book by Alan J. Prewitt. Music by Craig Bohmler. Lyrics by Steven Mark Kohn. Based on the best-selling book written by Jeff Brumbeau and illustrated by Gail deMarcken.

    Product Code: QB2000

    • Comedy
    • High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
    • 1w. (2 to 3m. 1 child, either gender, a chorus of 4, which may be expanded as desired.)
    • 60 min.
    When a mysterious old woman refuses to give the greedy king a quilt, she starts him on a journey of self-discovery that takes them both on a whimsical adventure. Learn More
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    Min. Royalty Rate: $90/perf

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  7. Nathan the Wise

    Nathan the Wise

    By Paul D'Andrea after G.E. Lessing. Translation by Gisela D'Andrea and Paul D'Andrea.

    Product Code: N54000

    • Comedy | Drama | Melodrama
    • Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
    • 6m., 3w. (Doubling and expansion possible.)
    • 100 min.
    This Western classic on religious tolerance is set in Jerusalem during the Third Crusade. Two young people, Jew and Christian, are drawn to each other in love and come up with an imaginative resolution to the issue of which is the one true faith. Learn More
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    Min. Royalty Rate: $90/perf

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  8. Nutcracker ... The Musical

    Nutcracker ... The Musical

    Book and lyrics by Debbie Meyer. From E.T.A. Hoffman's The Nutcracker and the Mouse King.

    Product Code: N81000

    • Comedy | Farce
    • Elementary School | Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
    • 17+ actors, either gender, flexible.

      Livestream and Record & Stream Rights Available

    • 75 min.
    Young and mature audiences alike will love this story of the Nutcracker, the Mouse King, the Sugar Plum Fairies and the other enchanting characters. Learn More
    $8.95 /script

    Min. Royalty Rate: $65/perf

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  9. A Magic Christmas

    A Magic Christmas

    By Faye D. Julian.

    Product Code: ML2000

    • Drama
    • Middle School | High School | College | TYA
    • 2m., 4w.
    • 30 min.
    This one-act play for children shows a very special Christmas for Miss Annie Belle, who hasn't had a truly merry Christmas in many years. Now, running out of money, this may be her worst. She is so lonely that she talks to her plants and a dilapidated old doll whose head keeps falling off. A series of strange events, aided by the poinsettia, the holly plant and the doll, give Miss Annie her chance to prove the goodness of her heart. Learn More
    $7.95 /script

    Min. Royalty Rate: $40/perf

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  10. The Elves and the Shoemaker

    The Elves and the Shoemaker

    Adapted by Nora MacAlvay and Charlotte B. Chorpenning. Based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm.

    Product Code: E64000

    • Drama
    • Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
    • 1m., 8w., 3 either gender. Suitable for an all-female cast.
    • 65 min.
    Suitable for an all-female cast, this title illustrates lovable, elfin versions of the old familiar fairy tale. A young elf is accompanied by two experienced elves who take him to the shoemaker's shop for his first assignment. Learn More
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    Min. Royalty Rate: $90/perf

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