In the Big Inning

Introduction

Step up to the plate with Little Big Stuff and swing for the fences of fun and faith, with In the Big Inning! Created by Cyndi Nine, Rob Howard, and David Guthrie.

Summary

When the kids gather at the park near the church for a Saturday of baseball, they are in for a surprising glimpse at the Bible’s “Hall of Faith” in Hebrews 11. They’ll meet Moses (“he got his start in the bush leagues”), Noah (“that guy can really swing the lumber!”), Abraham (“with his son Isaac at the plate, it looks like the Manager is calling for a sacrifice . . . “), and many more. With shades of the iconic “Casey at the Bat,” it all leads to the climactic finish of “Jesus at the Cross,” and the Good News of the Gospel is driven home with power!

Approximate Performance Time

45 minutes

Cast List/Character Descriptions

There are 14 speaking roles available for casting in In the Big Inning. Any of the roles may be played by a boy or a girl with only slight name modifications in the script. The indications below show how we recorded them on the demonstration recording. Many roles could be played by older youth or adults.

Rotate your device horizontally to view the entire table.

NameCharacterGenderWhat They’re Like ...No. of Scenes
MilliePlayer on the baseball teamgirlLoves baseball and knows baseball. She's the leader of the team.8
SamPlayer on the baseball teamboyMillie's little brother. He dreams of being in the Hall of Fame.8
JakePlayer on the baseball teamboyThe best player on the team, and home run hitter. He's great at baseball but also loves violin.7
JennaPlayer on the baseball teamgirlGreat player, and sister to Jamie. They are very like-minded and finish each other's sentences.5
JamiePlayer on the baseball teamgirlGreat player, and sister to Jenna. They are very like-minded and finish each other's sentences.5
RyanPlayer on the baseball teamboyBoy who loves baseball. He is a bit of a doubter and seeker.7
LucasPlayer on the baseball teamboyBoy who loves baseball.5
Miss SherrySunday school teachergirlSweet and caring. She is fun and energetic, and loves baseball as much as the kids.6
Mrs. PastorMiss Sherry's momgirlThe pastor's elderly wife, and organist at the church. She's a bit mischievous, and was quite an athlete when she was younger.4
Announcer 1Baseball game announcergirlFull of energy, funny, and excited about the game.3
Announcer 2Baseball game announcergirlFull of energy, funny, and excited about the game.3
Program VendorProgram vendorgirlReads the story from Hebrews as we finish with each biblical character.3
AaronBiblical characterboyPart of the Moses scene, and the "Aaron and Hur" routine.1
HurBiblical characterboyPart of the Moses scene, and the "Aaron and Hur" routine.1
Click here to view the Cast List/Character Descriptions PDF

Demonstration: "Jesus at the Cross"

Questions or Special Requests?

Are you hoping to record your performance on video and make DVDs or put it up on the web? Please don't hesitate to contact us for this license or any other special requests or questions and we will be happy to help! Visit the Contact Page for more information.

Listen to the Musical

Directors and Choir Workers Only!
No Choir Members Allowed!

Note to Directors

SoundFX

For those who are performing with "live" accompaniment, we provide a free download of the Sound Effects on the SoundFX Page, or by clicking the download link below!

Graphics Files

Free graphics files for promotion and signage. Download by clicking the "Download Graphics (.zip)" link below.

More Musicals

Previous
Next
Learn More
A Not So Terrible Parable

A Not So Terrible Parable

It was a dark & stormy night . . ....
Read More
Learn More
A Play in a Manger

A Play in a Manger

The town of Centerville is preparing their annual Christmas Extravaganza–but...
Read More
Learn More
Arrest These Merry Gentlemen

Arrest These Merry Gentlemen

Think of this Christmas title as "Bethlehem meets Dragnet." It...
Read More
Learn More
Away In A Mango

Away In A Mango

A festive holiday cruise to Christmas Island aboard the luxurious...
Read More
Learn More
The Born Again Identity

The Born Again Identity

Deep in the recesses of a hidden location, in the...
Read More
Learn More
Camel Lot

Camel Lot

Not even Broadway has taken you to a place quite...
Read More
Learn More
Carol and the Belles

Carol and the Belles

It’s 1954, and at Big Bill’s Drive-In restaurant, where the...
Read More
Learn More
Dude, You Hear What I Hear?

Dude, You Hear What I Hear?

Dude, You Hear What I Hear? is a rollicking adventure...
Read More
Learn More
Happily Forever After

Happily Forever After

Knights! Castles! Princesses! Dragons! Join Princess Pride, Sir Brags-a-lot, and...
Read More
Learn More
iAM

iAM

We’re living in a world of smartphones, tablets, apps and...
Read More
Learn More
In A Galilee Far, Far Away

In A Galilee Far, Far Away

“Houston, we have NO problem!” Take your crew on an...
Read More
Learn More
In the Big Inning

In the Big Inning

Step up to the plate with Little Big Stuff and...
Read More
Learn More
Jonah's Druthers

Jonah’s Druthers

Hold onto yer horses and get ready for a true...
Read More
Learn More
Let's Rock!

Let’s Rock!

The Christian life is not a solo act … we...
Read More
Learn More
Life School Musical

Life School Musical

When Miss Knowsalot’s class at Life School begins on this...
Read More
Learn More
The King and Me

The King and Me

Welcome to the grand opening of Bethlehem’s first-century theme park...
Read More
Learn More
The Loaned Manger

The Loaned Manger

In the small western town of Incarnation, Christmas is celebrated...
Read More
Learn More
Not Your Average Joe

Not Your Average Joe

That Joe—he’s so dreamy! The year is 1959, and at...
Read More
Learn More
O Chicken of Little Faith

O Chicken of Little Faith

Sometimes fears and anxieties can make us feel like the...
Read More
Learn More
The Night Shift Before Christmas

The Night Shift Before Christmas

The Night Shift Before Christmas is a super-fun story with...
Read More
Learn More
The Prodigal Clown

The Prodigal Clown

“You know what they say — life’s a circus!” Step...
Read More
Learn More
Sheep in Heavenly Peace

Sheep in Heavenly Peace

It’s a zoo out here! Bethlehem’s homes and inns may...
Read More