How to Pick a Christmas Play

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  • If you are having a difficult time deciding what Christmas play to perform this year, you are not alone. Every November and December, people all over the nation experience this same dilemma. This page is designed to help you decide on the perfect Christmas play, whether it is one for your local church, or for your child's preschool class.

  • Introduction

    It's that time of the year once again; the season for Christmas carols, secret santas and gathering the family together to help decorate the Christmas tree. It also means that schools, churches and community centers are gearing up for the annual Christmas play. Of course, before you can begin planning a Christmas play, you first have to pick out the perfect one to put on. This guide will provide you with tips on how to pick a Christmas play.

  • Step 1: Known Your Audience

    Before you can begin the process of choosing the perfect Christmas play, you first need to know your audience. The audience is important, especially when it comes to plays centered around holidays. If you are performing a school Christmas play, for example, you will likely be required to avoid themes that are more religious-centric. That means you would not want to put on The Nativity Story. So, who is your audience?


    1. Church
    2. Elementary school
    3. High school or middle school
    4. College or University
    5. Community center
    6. Off-broadway
    7. Hospital, retirement or nursing home - usually plays put on in these types of places are directed more towards skits and singing, but it is still important to choose an appropriate theme.

  • Step 2: Brainstorm the Classics

    Once you have an idea of who you will be performing for, you can will be able to tailor your brainstorming session accordingly. Try and involve others in this process too. Obviously, the play will not have been cast yet, but if you are putting on a play at your local church with a specific age group, then consult them for ideas as well.

    Christmas Plays for Children

    • Twas the Night Before Christmas
    • A Charlie Brown Christmas
    • How the Grinch Stole Christmas

    Classic Christmas Plays

    • A Christmas Carol
    • The Nutcracker

    Church Christmas Plays

    • The Nativity
    • The Christmas Story
    • The Three Camels

  • Step 3: Perform an Original Play

    If you are interested in getting really creative, and have the flexibility to do so, why not write your own Christmas play? If you plan in advance, you could even hold a contest at your church or in the local community, having people submit their own plays. The winner could be given a significant role in putting on the play. This would be a great way to get the community or church involved, and get people excited to come out and watch something new!

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