The Great Thanksgiving Feast

It’s Thanksgiving Day, and all the food is getting ready for the big feast! But there’s a little problem: they all want to be the star of the meal! This play is great fun for elementary students to perform or for older kids to perform for younger audiences.

CHARACTERS:

Tom Turkey – The proud star of the meal.
Cranberry Sauce – Sweet, sassy, and always dramatic.
Mashed Potatoes – Calm and laid-back, always trying to keep the peace.
Gravy – Always trying to steal the spotlight and “cover” everyone else.
Stuffing – A know-it-all with plenty of “filling” to share.
Green Bean Casserole – The sophisticated and fancy dish.
Pumpkin Pie – Sweet and humble, everyone’s favorite dessert.
Dinner Rolls – Forgetful and often overlooked, but very helpful.
Narrator – Tells the story.

*Consider having a discussion about the different foods people enjoy at their holiday meals.
Feel free to modify the food choices in this play to suit your group.

Scene 1: The Feast Preparation

(The stage is set as a kitchen counter. All the food characters are gathered around, looking excited.)

Narrator:
It’s Thanksgiving Day, and all the food is getting ready for the big feast. But there’s a little problem: they all want to be the star of the meal.

Tom Turkey (strutting):
Well, well, well. Look who’s here. Ahem, you’re all looking good, but let’s be real. I’m the star of Thanksgiving! Everyone knows it’s not a feast without the turkey.

Cranberry Sauce (rolling her eyes):
Oh, puh-lease, Tom. You might be the main dish, but you’re nothing without a little flair. And that’s where I come in. I’m sweet and tangy, and I bring the flavor!

Mashed Potatoes (calmly):
Hey, guys. Let’s not fight. Thanksgiving is about coming together, right? I’m just here to make everyone feel comfortable and happy. Smooth, creamy… what more could you want?

Gravy (interrupting):
Hold up, hold up. Did somebody say smooth? Everyone knows I’m the one who ties it all together. Without me, everything’s just dry! I’m the real hero.

Scene 2: Stuffing’s Big Idea

(Stuffing jumps in, puffing up with pride.)

Stuffing:
Excuse me, excuse me! I think we all know who’s really important here. I’ve got it all-bread, spices, veggies. I’m the one with all the flavor and history. Did you know stuffing dates back hundreds of years? That’s right, I’m a classic!

Green Bean Casserole (snooty):
How quaint. But let’s be honest, Stuffing. You’re a bit… old-fashioned. I, on the other hand, am elegant, classy, and topped with crunchy onions. I bring sophistication to the table.

Pumpkin Pie (sweetly):
I don’t want to cause any trouble, but… everyone looks forward to dessert, right? After a big meal, I’m the perfect ending. Creamy, spicy, delicious. Who could resist?

Scene 3: Chaos in the Kitchen

(The food starts bickering, talking over each other, as Dinner Rolls stumbles onto the scene, looking confused.)

Dinner Rolls (distracted):
Wait, wait, what’s happening? Is it time to go to the table already? I’m not ready! Oh no, I forgot the butter! Has anyone seen the butter?

Gravy (smug):
Relax, Rolls. Butter’s not going to save you this time. I’ll just cover you up like I do with everything else.

Cranberry Sauce (flipping her lid):
Oh, that’s it! I can’t handle all this ego in one kitchen. You’re all acting like you’re the most important dish, but everyone knows Thanksgiving isn’t about just one food!