5 Minutes | 4 Actors
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WHAT:
A heartwarming, laugh-filled Christmas skit about a grumpy sheep who complains about every part of the manger scene—until he realizes he’s standing in front of the greatest moment in history.
THEME:
When we stop complaining long enough to look up, we discover God is doing something amazing right in front of us.
WHO:
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Grumpy Sheep
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Happy Sheep
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Donkey
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Shepherd (or two shepherds)
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Optional Cow (non-speaking or small lines)
HOW:
Children dressed as animals gather in a simple stable scene. Grumpy Sheep complains loudly about straw, weather, gifts, and his “terrible job,” while other animals try to cheer him up. The mood changes when shepherds arrive with the announcement of Jesus’ birth.
PROPS:
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Blanket “manger”
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Yellow paper “straw”
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Cardboard star
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Staff for shepherd
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Simple headbands for animal costumes
TIME:
5 minutes