Overview
MARY AND JOSEPH… AND COMPANY tells the story of Mary and Joseph as they journey toward Bethlehem to be counted in the census, and their surprising encounters with characters the whole family will recognize. This fresh reimagining of Mary and Joseph draws on the comedic styles of Don Knotts, Steve Carell, John Cleese, and Kristen Wiig and provides warmth and joy during the holiday season!
Casting & Production
Casting
MARY — 20s to 50s. Gentle, sensible.
JOSEPH — 30s to 60s. Anxious, practical.
MATTHIAS — 20s to 50s. Dashing, confident.
JEZEBEL — 20s to 50s. Humble, honest.
BOY — Teens to 30s. Brash, goofy.
Casting Note:
Mary and Joseph…and Company is written for 3 to 5 players. MARY should be played by a woman, JOSEPH should be played by a man, and the three other characters MATTHIAS, JEZEBEL, and BOY—could all be played by the same male actor; however, these three roles could be distributed between three other actors if desired.
Setting
A significant distance from Bethlehem on the day of the eve of Christ’s birth.