A Strike in Santa Land: A Play in One Act

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A Strike in Santa Land: A Play in One Act

by Effa E. (Effa Estelle) Preston

EN·~17 minutes·1 chapter

Chapters

1 total

A Strike in Santa Land

17:24

Description

In a cozy, clutter‑filled workshop, Santa is ready to set off on his annual journey, but the routine cheer is interrupted by an unexpected strike. A lively cast of characters—Mrs. Santa, a curious Brownie, and a pair of rigid tin soldiers—join the scene, each delivering witty, song‑filled commentary that captures the spirit of a bustling, magical workshop. The opening act blends humor with a touch of melancholy as the familiar holiday preparations are suddenly tangled in a chorus of dissent.

The tension rises when several newly crafted toys refuse to be packed, insisting they stay in Santa‑land forever. Santa and Mrs. Santa must negotiate with the stubborn toys, balancing kindness with the practical need to deliver gifts. Their banter, punctuated by catchy melodies, sets the stage for a playful exploration of duty, pride, and the unexpected challenges that arise even in the most enchanted of places.

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Language

en

Duration

~17 minutes (16K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Emmy, MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

Dec 30, 2016

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Effa E. (Effa Estelle) Preston

1884–1975

Known for lively school plays, pageants, and witty poems about classroom life, this New Jersey writer brought a playful, practical spirit to children’s performance literature. Many of her short works were designed for teachers and young performers, which helps explain their lasting appeal.

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