Meaningless Treasures Christmas Play Tours Northern Israel
Translated & summarized from Alarab by baba
The First Christian Scouts of Shfaram will present their Christmas play, "Meaningless Treasures," on a five-day tour in Northern Israel during December 2026. The musical drama, which received acclaim last season, tells the story of a wealthy businessman learning a Christmas lesson. The production features 16 actors, a live band, and special guest artist Nancy Hawwa, with performances scheduled in Ma'alot Tarshiha, Karmiel, Nazareth, and Yagur.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- The First Christian Scouts of Shfaram will tour their Christmas play "Meaningless Treasures" in Northern Israel in December 2026.
- The play, a musical drama, follows a wealthy businessman who learns a lesson about the Christmas spirit.
- The production features 16 actors, a live musical ensemble, and artist Nancy Hawwa.
- The tour includes five performances in Ma'alot Tarshiha, Karmiel, Nazareth, and Yagur.
- Tickets for the performances are available through the Tzkrti website.
The First Christian Scouts of Shfaram is preparing to launch a Christmas-themed tour of their musical drama "Meaningless Treasures" (Meaningless Treasures, A Christmas Story). The play will be performed over five days in December 2026 across five venues in Israel's Northern District. This follows the success of its previous season, which saw full houses for all performances.
The story centers on Elias, a wealthy businessman who, despite his success, mistreats his family and brother, whom he accuses of embezzlement. On Christmas Eve, a figure resembling Santa Claus appears to Elias, unseen by others, and teaches him a life-changing lesson about the spirit of the holiday. The production combines drama, live music, and Christmas themes, featuring 16 actors and a live professional musical ensemble, with a special appearance by artist Nancy Hawwa.
Dr. Bessam Abboud, the play's writer and director, stated that "Meaningless Treasures" is more than just a Christmas play; it reflects painful realities and carries a message for every home. He noted the audience's emotional response last season, which inspired them to develop the show further and reach a wider audience with a higher artistic standard. Abboud expressed pride in the young volunteers from the scout troop who have been working on the production for months.
The First Christian Scouts of Shfaram, founded in 1943, is a long-standing scout and educational organization in the Arab community, active for over eight decades in education, social work, and culture. The production of "Meaningless Treasures" continues this mission, with scout members participating alongside professional artists.
The tour schedule includes performances on December 6 in Ma'alot Tarshiha, December 9 in Karmiel, December 12 and 14 in Nazareth, and December 20 in Yagur. Tickets are available through the Tzkrti website.