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The Mystic Nativity

Ages 7-11
Cast Size 25–40+
Musical Styles Lullaby, Oriental, Calypso, Gospel, and Rock
Scenes inspired by Botticelli's painting

This inspiring musical portrays the traditional Nativity and can be performed as a choral work or scripted drama. Seven scenes, linked by a sung narration, include The Annunciation, Journey, Stable, Birth, Shepherds, Wise Men and Celebration. A rich variety of songs and dances for solos an choruses are featured in each scene. An exciting script offers parts for a flexible cast, ranging from one class to the whole school. Staging and costumes are inspired by Botticelli’s beautiful painting 'The Mystic Nativity' (National Gallery, London). A projected slide of the painting makes an very effective backdrop.

Packs include:

Teachers' Books include Script, Lyrics, Piano score, CD with vocal & backing tracks, Illustrations, Costume & Performance suggestions.
Pupils' Books include Script & Lyrics

Downloads include Script, Lyrics, Piano score, mp3 vocal & backing tracks, SingAlong videos, Illustrations, Costume & Performance suggestions & Poster

A Licence is required to perform this musical. For more information go to https://dcmusicals.com/licensing

We performed this as a choral work in our Church. Very moving! Carol Hall, Vancouver
Sample
  • 01 The Annunciation
  • 02 Was it an Angel?
  • 03 The Journey
  • 04 Rocky Road
  • 05 The Stable
  • 06 The Animals' Tale
  • 07 The Birth
  • 08 Welcome to the World
  • 09 The Shepherds
  • 10 Night Watchers
  • 11 The Wisemen
  • 12 Footprints in the Sand
  • 13 The Celebration
  • 14 On this Special Day
  • 15 I Wish I was a Shepherd
SKU: DC10008

Teacher's Book & CD: Book includes full script, character list, curriculum-linked material, sheet music and lyrics. CD includes all songs recorded with children’s voices and full backing tracks.

Digital Downloads: Get started straight away with a PDF version of the script and MP3s of all of the songs and backing tracks (only available when you purchase the Book & CD Pack). Where available, a complimentary abridged version of the script is also included.

Please select from Teachers Book with or without the digital download.

Performance Licence: You need a performance licence to perform our show to anyone other than children and staff. Our licences are simple and straight forward, one price allows you to perform the show as many times as you like for a whole year.

Audio/Video Licence: If you plan to film your performance and manufacture DVDs for distribution, stream content on an internet site or on social media, you will also need to purchase this licence.

€22.88
Attribute nameAttribute value
Characters25 to 40 solo speaking and group singing parts * = Solo singing 1 – 10 Narrators*, Ann and Joachim – Mary’s parents, Mary*, Joseph, Angel Gabriel, King Herod Citizens: Adam, Rachael, Simeon, Hannah & Dan; Innkeepers – Judith & Reuben Donkeys: Pepper, Rice, Sugar & Spice; Camels: Saffron, Cinnamon, Vanilla; Ox, Cow & Sheep  Shepherds: Asa, Eli, Thomas; Wise Men: Gaspar, Melchior & Balthasar Choruses: Guards, Attendants, Priests, Roman Messenger & Soldiers
Ages7-11
Cast Size25–40+
Musical StylesLullaby, Oriental, Calypso, Gospel, and Rock

This inspiring musical portrays the traditional Nativity and can be performed as a choral work or scripted drama. Seven scenes, linked by a sung narration, include The Annunciation, Journey, Stable, Birth, Shepherds, Wise Men and Celebration. A rich variety of songs and dances for solos an choruses are featured in each scene. An exciting script offers parts for a flexible cast, ranging from one class to the whole school. Staging and costumes are inspired by Botticelli’s beautiful painting 'The Mystic Nativity' (National Gallery, London). A projected slide of the painting makes an very effective backdrop.

Packs include:

Teachers' Books include Script, Lyrics, Piano score, CD with vocal & backing tracks, Illustrations, Costume & Performance suggestions.
Pupils' Books include Script & Lyrics

Downloads include Script, Lyrics, Piano score, mp3 vocal & backing tracks, SingAlong videos, Illustrations, Costume & Performance suggestions & Poster

A Licence is required to perform this musical. For more information go to https://dcmusicals.com/licensing

We performed this as a choral work in our Church. Very moving! Carol Hall, Vancouver
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