Babushka: A Christmas Tale

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If you don’t have the OHT ask the children to sit in silence for a few moments to think about the story. Prayer Oh yes,” said the landlord, “The kings were here two days ago. They were very excited, but they didn’t even stay the night.” It was the night the dear Christ-Child came to Bethlehem. In a country far away from Him, an old, old woman named Babushka sat in her snug little house by her warm fire. The wind was drifting the snow outside and howling down the chimney, but it only made Babushka’s fire burn more brightly.

Later than night Babushka dreams of the infant whom they sought. She experiences a profound regret upon waking and sets off, bearing gifts. Unable to find the three travelers or the Christ child, Babushka forever continues her search, giving gifts to children whom she encounters along the way.

Now what is that? she wondered, opening the door. Babushka gaped in amazement: There were three kings at her door with one of their servants. The kings were very pleased when they saw all of the of the home-baked bread, pies and cakes. She dashed about, serving them, asking lots of questions. "Have you come a long way?" "A very long way." sighed Caspar. "Where are you going?" "We're following the new star." said Melchior. "But where?" The kings didn't know, but they believed that it would lead the to a new-born king, a King of Earth and Heaven. "Why don't you come with us?" asked Balthasar. "You could bring him a gift like we do. I bring gold, and my colleagues bring spices and perfumes." "Oh, I'm not sure that he would welcome me," said Babushka, "and what could I bring for a gift? Toys! I know I could bring a toy. I've got a cupboard full of toys." she said sadly. "My baby son, died when he was small." Balthasar stopped her as she went to tidy the kitchen up. "This new king could be your king too. Come with us when the star appears tonight." he said. "I'll think about it." sighed Babushka.

After the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, people were free to celebrate Christmas again. But it's still a quieter and smaller holiday in Russia after the big New Year celebrations. But, oh, Babushka had forgotten to ask the three old men the road to Bethlehem, and they travelled so far through the night that she could not overtake them. Up and down the road she hurried, through woods and fields and towns, saying to whomsoever she met, “I go to find the Christ-Child. Where does He lie? I bring some pretty toys for His sake.” Babushka was very sad that she had missed Jesus and it is said that Babushka is still looking for him. Christmas Around the World Mary: Now I’m beginning to understand! You men! Always thinking we can drop everything, just like that! I’m sorry I may have seemed to be criticising you earlier on. I can see now you just needed a little time!River Drosche as Mark Parker: Ralph and Sandy's son Mark is played by River Droshe, who has made appearances in The Orville and The Rookie before. Extractable MP3s, printable lyrics, scores, scripts, (including editable script*) & additional resources Very good and very entertaining! The children enjoyed all the songs and we enjoyed producing the show. Once in a small Russian town, there lived a women called Babushka. Babushka always had work to do sweeping, polishing, dusting and cleaning. Her house was the best kept, most tidy house in the whole village. Her garden was beautiful and her cooking was wonderful. One evening she was busy dusting and cleaning, so busy that she didn't hear all the villagers outside in the village square talking about and looking at the new star in sky. To renew your Annual Peformance Licence, log into your account if you have one and go to your My Licences section.