Synopsis

OK, let's get one thing absolutely clear: The Bible never mentions that Joseph and Mary had a donkey. However, it is unlikely that a working carpenter could carry on his trade without one and it's equally unlikely that a heavily pregnant teenage girl would be expected to walk the 72 miles between Nazareth and Bethlehem. So, let's not ruin a good story with the facts and roll with the tradition!

'The Cool Yule Mule' is an action-packed, two-act Christmas musical for the whole family, an anthropomorphic adventure where the animals are the stars. For instance, the story of the Magi is told from the viewpoint of the camels ... not their illustrious owners!

The central character is Max, a wise-cracking mule with attitude, who loves to travel and longs for the open road. This sets the style for the play which pays homage to American road movies such as Smokey & the Bandit. Adults might also spot references to films like Easy Rider, Bonnie & Clyde and other movies you'd probably prefer your children not to see! This premise also sets the tone for the music, much of which has an American 'grass roots' style such as Country & Western, Blues or Rock.

Although it is obviously a work of fiction, 'The Cool Yule Mule' is based closely on the Biblical account and attempts to convey the Christian understanding of the meaning of Christmas. The story is told in flashback by a now ancient (but still very sharp-witted) Max and places the story in the wider context of the life and mission of Christ.

The Cool Yule Mule is fun and entertaining but also thought-provoking. Join Max on his journey as he meets some very interesting characters and discovers that the Supreme Being seems to prefer the company of those who would consider themselves very 'ordinary'.

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