Christmas Refugees
An innovative Christmas musical for primary school children about a little Syrian refugee family making their way across a vast sea to safety. In the dark night they follow a shining star, and it keeps their hope alive. On the journey the father tells his son a story from a neighbouring village in Syria about another boy, born under a star a long, long time ago.
Christmas Refugees is packed full of catchy songs, jangling Syrian music for the camels and kings, a fun song about the poor old lost sheep which the shepherds left behind, an uplifting song from the angel chorus, and a hopeful, jubilant ending.
With parts for soloists, a whole school chorus, choir, recorders and percussion, all your school can be involved in the performance.
Synopsis
Christmas Refugees is a poignant musical that follows the journey of a young Syrian boy named Omar and his family as they navigate life in a refugee camp in Lebanon during the Christmas season. Despite the challenges they face, Omar's fascination with the story of Jesus and the three wise men inspires hope for a better future. As Christmas approaches, the family participates in a heart-warming Christmas play organised by fellow refugees, with Omar taking on the role of one of the wise men. Through the power of music and storytelling, the play brings a sense of joy and optimism to Omar and his family. The musical beautifully portrays the resilience of refugees and the significance of hope, faith, and community in the face of adversity. Refugees Christmas serves as a touching reminder of the true spirit of Christmas and the importance of empathy and support for those in need.
Details
Author: Shelley Corkill
Target age: 5-11 year olds
Page Count: 56 pages
Speaking/Solo parts: 13+ *
Chorus parts/groups: Yes
Performance duration: ~ 20 minutes
*most parts are flexible and can be doubled up or shared according to the size of your cast.
Buying options
Step 1: Musical Book
Book: Book includes full script, character list, curriculum-linked material, sheet music and lyrics.
CDs & Downloads: Vocal & Backing tracks to accompany the musical is available in the form of a CD or downloadable MP3s.
Step 2: Extras
CD 10-Pack: Additional CDs to support the musical for rehursals etc. Includes all songs recorded as full vocal & backing tracks.
Editable Script: A copy of the basic script made available in an editable Microsoft Word document - Note: This is not a replacement for the original book.
Step 3: Licencing
Performance Licence: You need a performance licence to perform our show to anyone other than pupils and staff. The licence allows you to perform the show as many times as you like during a twelve month period.
Filming/Streaming 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 also need to purchase this licence.
Samples
Contents Page
Cast List Page
Sample Scene Page
Sample Sheet Music Page
Sample Tracks from CD:
About Shelley Corkill
Shelley Corkill was born and brought up in Glasgow and was a student at the Music School of Douglas Academy before going on to study in London at the Royal College of Music.
She has played the piano professionally for many years and has performed all over the UK and in France as a solo performer, concerto soloist, accompanist, and with her piano trio. She has broadcast on BBC Radio Wales and BBC Radio Scotland.
Shelley has been writing music since she was a young child and at the age of 12 wrote an oboe sonata and sent it to the winner of ‘Young Musician of the Year’! She also won a hymn-writing competition. She has written music for schools, the Fire Service, her pupils, community groups, and the very special street children of Metro Manila, Philippines who she sometimes goes and makes music with.
Shelley now lives in the beautiful south-west of England with her dog, Charlie.
