Narrators (the stars) share heartfelt messages about the meaning of Christmas, focusing on love, sharing, and being kind to one another. The Guiding Star(s): (Narration 3) “And now our story begins in a land so far, Where Mary and Joseph travel under the guiding star.” Theme: A heartwarming, child-friendly adaptation of the nativity story, highlighting the values of kindness, sharing, and the true spirit of Christmas.

A scene for this episode was cut out for broadcast but retained in the retail version [ clarify]. In the scene, Bean participates in a "guess the weight" competition, with the large turkey from the episode, being the prize, and cheats to win it by using a hidden set of scales below the counter for the competition, alongside a calculator, whereupon the turkey is thrown into the boot of his Mini once he wins it. For unknown reasons, the A&E DVD release (distributed in the US by New Video) does not contain this scene. This nativity script was created by the team at intheplayroom.co.uk and is available for schools or community groups to use or adapt. James 1:17: "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change." The dance can be unchoreographed, allowing the children to enjoy the moment in their own way, showcasing their personalities. This conclusion ensures that the play ends on a high note, filled with joy and the true spirit of Christmas. It’s a perfect way to involve everyone and leave the audience with a lasting impression of the children’s performance. Execution Tips for the Dancing Animals Scene:Get your free copy of “The Star of Bethlehem” now and start planning an unforgettable Christmas play for your school. Most of the location scenes - set in a market - were shot on videotape in Kingston upon Thames. Studio sequences were recorded before a live audience at Thames Television's Teddington Studios. Following its broadcast on American cable television network HBO, this episode won the 1995 CableACE award for best comedy special. [4] [5]

Christmas is more than just a day in December, it’s a way of life, About loving, giving, and lessening strife. Narrator Line After the Scene: “With dancing complete and hearts filled with cheer, Our story continues with wise men drawing near.” Scene 5: The Wise Men Arrive Bean heads to a local Christmas market and meets his girlfriend, Irma Gobb. Irma drags Bean to a jewellery shop window and points at a ring she wants, but Bean buys a picture of a couple next to it, thinking this is what she is pointing to. The play follows the traditional nativity story but through the eyes of a guiding star, making it engaging and relatable for young children. Thank you, dear audience, for your smiles and cheer, We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!”Micah 5:2: "But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel, whose coming forth is from of old, from ancient days." Additional Narrator Lines: “As our story comes to an end, under the star’s bright gleam, We thank you for joining us in this magical Christmas dream.