The Butterfingers Angel, Mary & Joseph, Herod The Nut, & The Slaughter Of 12 Hit Carols In A Pear Tree
by William Gibson

Name: The Butterfingers Angel, Mary & Joseph, Herod The Nut, & The Slaughter Of 12 Hit Carols In A Pear Tree
Brand: William Gibson
SKU: 9780822201687
Rating: 3.48 (31 reviews)

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Highlights

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Large Cast

Female

Male

120 minsExpandable CastingRoles for ChildrenBare Stage/Simple SetChristmas

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the creative and modern take on a traditional Christmas play, with many enjoying its poignant and sharp storytelling. Some find it engaging and fun, while a few feel the script may lack depth or relevance. Overall, the play seems to resonate well, particularly with those who enjoy its fresh perspective on holiday themes.

Modern and poignant interpretationEngaging storytellingCombination of humor and reverenceSomewhat dated scriptMixed quality in productions

Synopsis

THE STORY: Dealing with the story of Mary and Joseph and the birth of Jesus from a fresh and richly creative point of view, the author combines a series of deftly constructed short scenes, traditional Christmas music, and often antic characterizati

Press Reviews

"Created by one of America's major dramatists, this touching, funny and highly imaginative retelling of the Christmas story brings new relevance to its timeless subject. “Angelic…beguiling wit and humor…as likeable as it is lively…” —Boston Herald-American. “…a joyous celebration, a poignant tale…” —Syracuse Herald-Journal. “…a gift of love and hope to the world."
— Syracuse Post

Publication

PublisherDramatists Play Service

Year1975

BindingPaperback

EditionFirst Edition (US) First Printing

Pages72

LanguageEnglish

ISBN-139780822201687

ISBN-100822201682

The Butterfingers Angel, Mary & Joseph, Herod The Nut, & The Slaughter Of 12 Hit Carols In A Pear Tree is a christmas play written by William Gibson and published by Dramatists Play Service (1975).