Hay Presto

Duration: 35 mins | Speaking Roles: 56 | Cast Size: 30-80+ | Ideal Cast Size: 70 | Ages: 5-9

The residents of Bethlehem are worried: a census has been called and they are about to be inundated with people and animals. Where will everyone stay? Will they run out of food and water? And most importantly, will there be enough hay?

The animals in a nearby stable are worked up enough to stock-pile their hay in a corner, even standing guard to ensure it doesn’t get taken. But when a young couple arrive along with a weary donkey, they begin to have a change of heart. And when a baby is born and visitors flock to see him, the animals realise that sharing with those in need brings the greatest joy of all.

Hay Presto takes a funny, at times farcical, but always heart-warming look at the nativity story, complete with seven perfectly-pitched songs for children aged 5-9. 

Performance Licence: You need a performance licence to perform this show to anyone other than school children and staff.
Filming 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 need to purchase a filming licence.
Digital downloads: You can purchase a digital download of this show in conjunction with the book & CD pack including a PDF version of the script and MP3s of all of the songs and backing tracks.
Editable Script: You can purchase a script in WORD format in conjunction with a performance licence.