THE PROPERTIES
- A horn of oil for the Prophet Samuel.
- A sword and horn for Eliab.
- A platter of food for Daughter of Jesse.
- A harp, a loaf of bread, a bottle of wine, a slingshot for David.
- Helmet, spear and shield for Armor-bearer.
- Pebbles for attendant to give David.
- Sword and shield for Challenger.
- Horn and spear for First Messenger.
- Horn and spear for Second Messenger.
- A crown of flowers for Michal.
For the head of Goliath take a fierce-looking mask; attach it to helmet. Sew long swaggering locks of hair on either side, and a sweep of red cloth at back. So, when David removes mask from Goliath's face, in cutting off his head, the red cloth will give the whole a solid appearance.
If possible, have a harp for the music.
DAVID AND GOLIATH
Act I. A field in Bethlehem, near the home of Jesse.
(Enter Eliab, polishing his sword. He practices fighting an imaginary enemy. Presently he turns and calls.)
Eliab: