The Elves and the Shoemakers

by Mike Kenny

People always need shoes. But it’s hard to make shoes when you’re cold and hungry and you’re down to your last piece of leather. What will the shoemakers do? Help creeps into their house in the dead of night, when the elves come out to play.

$12.00

Quick Details

  • Type: Play
  • Estimated Run Time: 60 minutes
  • Availability: Available for productions in the United States and Canada
  • Cast Size: 2 roles

Full Details

This play is written for a cast of Two actors. The Shoemakers act as the puppeteers for the Elves.

The following resources are included in each performance license:
  • Permission to photocopy the PDF script for your production so there is no additional cost for these assets.

The following resources may be added to you license for an additional fee:
  • Logo/Media package

Mike Kenny

Mike Kenny is one of the England's leading writers, specializing in young people's theatre. He is the recipient of numerous awards, was included in the Independent on Sunday's list of Top Ten Living UK Playwrights and his plays are performed regularly throughout the UK and all over the world. In 2013 he was given an Honorary Doctorate of Letters by Nottingham University, England.

Originally produced by Polka Theatre, UK, in 1998

Photos of production at York Theatre, UK

Photos of production at York Theatre, UK

Photos of production at York Theatre, UK

Reviews

“

This wonderfully engaging piece tells the traditional tale of two kind elves who help a penniless shoemaker and his wife out of their troubles. Mike Kenny’s play gently explores themes of generosity and greed in the days leading up to Christmas.

- Kildare Nationalist, UK
“

This is a gentle show that is very much aimed at very young children, but parents will also be easily charmed by the refreshing way that Kenny has delivered this classic tale.

- Exeunt Magazine