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O Happy Day

Full-Length Play  /  10any gender (youth)

Book and Lyrics by Susan Kosoff
Music by Jane Staab

A musicalization of the birth of Christ, O Happy Day inventively and enthusiastically weaves a charm of unbridled innocence, telling the Christmas story in an excitingly new and youthful way.

  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    10any gender (youth)
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Christmas/Holiday, Faith-based

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Summary
A musicalization of the birth of Christ. The time is now, the action is everywhere. Not unlike Jesus Christ Superstar and Godspell, O Happy Day inventively and enthusiastically weaves a charm of unbridled innocence. This catchy musical tells the Christmas story in an excitingly new and young way. They swing into the sort of thing creative actors and directors relish: delightful improvisation-like scenes with actors often switching roles as the story progresses. The musical eventually leads to a rousing climax and becomes a celebration embracing the entire audience.

O Happy Day has been presented throughout the country, including major productions in St. Louis, Utica, NY, and at Lincoln Center.

Cast Attributes
  • Additional Features Play w/ Music
  • Cautions
    • No Special Cautions

Media

“A refreshing approach to the Christmas story.” – Yarmouth (MA) Register

“The play has a refreshing approach to the Christmas story – there is song, dance and hilariously funny moments – without detracting from the religious significance.” – Yarmouth (MA) Register

“Will appeal to both adults and children.” – Westchester (NY) Weekend

Music

  • Orchestra Size Piano Only

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Authors

Author

Susan Kosoff

Author

Jane Staab

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