Tommy's Thanksgiving dinner : a play for small actors

Tommy is buzzing with excitement as he sets off for his grandmother’s Thanksgiving celebration, already dreaming of the spread waiting on the table. He soon discovers that the holiday feast has come alive: a cheerful bowl of soup, a jaunty turkey, and a chorus of cranberry‑clad maidens all await his arrival. Together they invite the young audience to join in a festive adventure where every dish has a voice and a personality.

Designed especially for small actors, the play offers bright, simple costumes that turn cardboard and crepe paper into a turkey head, a pumpkin mask and even a walking cookbook. Its modest set—just a living‑room chair and a few props—makes rehearsals easy for classrooms or community groups. With lively rhymes, gentle humor and a focus on teamwork, the piece introduces children to stagecraft while celebrating the warmth and generosity of Thanksgiving.