The Christmas nativity play – an essential in every parent’s calendar. The cute costumes, the cheesy tunes, the proud parent moments. And then, all of a sudden, they come to an end. Here is our story…
You can read the first part of this story here…
Our Last School Christmas Nativity Play
Mummy (9 years parenting)
Thank goodness!
When I first heard the phrase innkeeper 3, I was under the impression that we had got away lightly for our last ever school nativity play. A nice small, little part. Don’t get me wrong, the school do very well to ensure that all 60 children are somehow vital in the portrayal of Jesus’ birth.
Who knew there would be so many angels. And I’m sure it’s not historically accurate to only have three wise men, so we definitely can add a few more.
Of course, this tiny stable will accommodate every possible farm animal we can think of. But not sharks (unfortunately).
Innkeeper 3 out of 7. Piece of cake.
Nope. Not even close.
This particular school nativity play centred around a partying group of innkeepers and townsfolk. Dancing and singing townsfolk. It’s an even bigger role than Joseph.
So, for the last few weeks, not only have we had jolly nativity tunes rolling around our heads, but we’ve also been learning lines. Lots of lines.
And now the show has begun. I know exactly when his first line will be.
But wait – where on earth is he?
The innkeepers and townsfolk start their first dance. Arms all flailing in different directions at different times.
And right at the back I spot him. He’s timing his moves to the kid in front (who, fortunately for him, it quite a bit taller, and much more enthusiastic).
He catches my eye and immediately ducks back behind Townsfolk Number 6.
I’m lucky if I see a hand sticking out for the dancing. He has become the other kid’s shadow! All the work, the stress, the build-up, the practise… and he’s spending the whole performance hiding behind someone else!
By the end of the 45-minute show, and despite a starring role, I’ve probably got to glimpse him two or three times! Not that Townsfolk Number 6 didn’t do an amazing job… but I didn’t really come to see her and her shadow!
Luc popped his head out to say his lines in a beautifully loud clear voice. And remembered every word. And didn’t fall off the stage (which was quite a feat by the end as they crammed everyone around Mary, Joseph and their baby).
And it’s finished. Our last school nativity play. I can’t help but be a little bit proud.
I turn to Dad, a little bit teary that it’s the end of an era.
“Thank goodness we never have to go to one of these again!” He says with heart-felt relief.
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