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The 24 Days before Christmas

Play

Overview

Synopsis

The Austin family has a cherished tradition of doing something special every day counting down to Christmas - from baking cookies to decorating the tree. This year is a stressful one for Vicky Austin as she's cast as the youngest angel in the history of the Christmas Pageant. Plus, the family is preparing for the birth of a new brother or sister. Will the baby wait until January? Will Vicky mess up her big role? Will Christmas be ruined? The love between the members of the Austin family shines as bright as a Christmas star in the heart-warming tale for the holiday season. Filled with elves, carols, and laughter this timeless adaptation of Madeleine L'Engle's The 24 Days Before Christmas is sure to bring a smile to your face and a tear to your eye.

Editor’s Note: The Chorus, Elves, and Pageant children can all be double cast and/or expanded. There is flexibility for the size and ages of the cast.

Show Information

Category
Play
Age Guidance
Youth (Y)/General Audiences (G)
Number of Acts
2
Genres
Drama, Comedy
Settings
Unit/Single Set
Time & Place
Austin Family Home, Church Hall
Cast Size
medium
Licensor
Ideal For
Community Theatre, Middle School, Regional Theatre, High School, Mostly Female Cast, Includes Late Teen, Early Teen, Child, Adult, Young Adult Characters, Medium Cast

Characters

Character Portrayals

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Guide Written By:

Alexandra Appleton

Alexandra Appleton

Writer, editor and theatre researcher