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The Littlest Shepherd: A Christmas Interlude
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781025805030
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 24
Weight: 0.11
Height: 0.05 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Littlest Shepherd a Christmas Interlude is a poignant and evocative one-act play that offers a unique perspective on the traditional Nativity story. Written by the celebrated playwriting duo Florence Ryerson and Colin Clements, this theatrical work captures the wonder and humility of the first Christmas through the eyes of David, a young shepherd boy. While the older shepherds journey to Bethlehem to witness the birth of the Christ Child, David is tasked with staying behind to watch the flock, experiencing the miraculous events of the night in his own profound and personal way.
This interlude is designed for performance, blending rhythmic dialogue with a sense of spiritual reverence. It serves as an ideal selection for church groups, schools, and community theaters looking to present a heartfelt holiday production. The play explores themes of duty, faith, and the idea that even the smallest and most humble individuals have a place in the divine narrative. The Littlest Shepherd a Christmas Interlude remains a charming piece of holiday literature, emphasizing the quiet beauty and emotional depth of the Christmas spirit.
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