9781882854363
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| Here's a broadway-style musical tracing the life of one man and his journey of faith. Ideally suited to churches looking for a different way to present the Christmas story, this work's evangelistic content makes it a perfect community outreach project. Dramatic roles (for all ages) go hand in hand with the musical portions of this work, featuring a wide range of styles from decades past. The choir is integral to the performance of this work, playing an important role in this moving story. |
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| It is Christmas Eve as Holly and her daughter Megan put the finishing touches on their Christmas tree. Poppy Rufus, great-grandpa to Megan, sits nearby. As Holly and Megan hang ornaments, Megan asks about Poppy's life. Thus begins our journey with Rufus Miller as he searches for significance in his life. This broadway-style musical incorporates an engaging dramatic story, energetic production numbers, and moving ballads, all culminating in a moving moment of decision. |
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| Cast: 15 male, 13 female, 6 persons, 2 girls, 4 boys, plus extras of all ages |
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| Performance Time: 94 minutes |
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| Skill: Moderate |
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| Suggested Use: A fully dramatic Christmas musical - useful for community outreach |
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| Style: various - Broadway style |
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| Performance Details: CAST OF CHARACTERS: Rufus Miller, a man who can't help but seek after some special unattainable point of greatness; Holly, Rufus' granddaughter who knows him as the sweet, gentle man she has always seen; Megan, Rufus' great granddaughter and biggest fan; Eliza Miller, Rufus' mom. A Godly, yet practical and hardworking woman; Uri, a Polish Jew, an older man of staunch faith, even in the face of great loss; Mara, Uri's daughter, a woman who is angry because of all that has been stolen from her; Corah, Uri's wife who shares his faith and dedication to God; Ginger, Rufus' love interest, tends to see things through rose-colored glasses, which is a pleasant balance to Rufus' angst; Mr. Walker, Rufus' father-in-law; a man of discipline and simple logic; Jennifer, Rufus daughter, torn between her love for her father and her anger over his choices; Ricky, Jennifer's boyfriend whose painful past has driven him to become a free spirit who speaks his heart and rejoices in the grace of God; up to 29 minor characters. |
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| Performance Royalty: Nonroyalty |
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