Children. Yes—we always do. [Applaud again. Semyon and Ivan play, while children sing "The Golden Carol."]
THE GOLDEN CAROL
of Melchior, Balthazar, and Gaspar.
We saw a light shine out afar,
On Christmas in the morning,
And straight we knew Christ's star it was,
Bright beaming in the morning.
Then did we fall on bended knee,
On Christmas in the morning,
And praised the Lord, who'd let us see,
His glory at its dawning.
2. Oh, ever thought be of His Name,
On Christmas in the morning,
Who bore for us both grief and shame,
Afflictions sharpest scorning.
And may we die (when death shall come)
On Christmas in the morning,
And see in heaven, our glorious home,
That Star of Christmas morning.
CURTAIN