Once upon a Parable

This musical features Jesus played by a number of different actors - one for each parable. The parables included are the wise man and the foolish man, the good Samaritan, the mustard seed, the parable of the vineyard, and the prodigal son, which is the centerpiece of the musical. The musical concludes with a dramatic presentation of the crucifixion and the resurrection. The Easter theme makes it an ideal spring selection, while the parables make it fitting for any season. When performed in its entirety, the musical runs 40 minutes, but can easily be adapted to 30 minutes, or even split into several parable segments of 10 minutes or less. Originally designed for grades 4-8, the material will appeal to older and younger groups as well.