Long ago, in a grand kingdom, a kind but unsure prince was ready to find a bride. His father, the king, had an idea — a birthday celebration where the girl with the most special gift would win the prince’s heart. But what makes a gift truly special? Is it gold, jewels… or something more?

CHARACTERS:

King

Prince

Servant

Girl 1

Girl 2

Girl 3

Girl 4

Narrator

SCRIPT:

ACT I – The King’s Plan

(The King and the Prince are sitting at the royal breakfast table.)

KING: Son, you’ve come of age. When will you choose a bride?

PRINCE: When I find someone who’s kind, honest, and true… not just someone with a pretty smile.

KING: Your birthday is next Friday. Let’s celebrate at the palace. We’ll invite every young woman in the kingdom.

PRINCE: That sounds nice.

KING: But there’s a twist! The girl who brings you the most special gift — one that truly touches your heart — will become your bride and future queen.

PRINCE: Let’s hope the right one comes.

(They exit together.)

ACT II – The Royal Announcement

(The King sits on his throne. A servant stands at attention.)

KING: Go tell every family in the kingdom: next Friday is the prince’s birthday. Every young woman is invited. She must bring a gift — not the most expensive, but the most meaningful. And only if the prince is moved by it, will she become queen.

SERVANT: As you wish, Your Majesty. I will spread the word immediately.

(The servant bows and exits.)

ACT III – The Celebration

(The ballroom is filled with music, laughter, and elegantly dressed girls holding gifts. The Prince begins meeting them.)

PRINCE: What’s your name?

GIRL 1: (bows) Leonor, Your Highness. I bring you this golden watch — it never stops ticking, just like my admiration for you.

PRINCE: It’s a beautiful gift. Thank you. (He smiles and walks on.)

PRINCE: (to Girl 2) Are you enjoying the party?

GIRL 2: Very much, my prince! I brought you this bottle of rare Spanish wine. It’s said to be as sweet as love.

PRINCE: Thank you… Though I must admit, I don’t drink wine. But I’m grateful.

(He continues.)

PRINCE: (to Girl 3) And you?

GIRL 3: I offer you this golden chest full of diamonds and a fine Arabian horse.

PRINCE: Wow… that is impressive.

GIRL 3: So, do I win your heart?

PRINCE: I’m… not sure yet. Please, enjoy the celebration.

(He walks past her, then notices a simple wooden box on a table.)

PRINCE: What’s this? A plain little box? (He opens it.) It’s… empty? Is this some kind of joke?

(He calls for his servant.)

PRINCE: Find the girl who brought this empty box. I want to speak with her — now!

SERVANT: Right away, Your Highness!

(The servant exits, then returns with a humble girl. She looks nervous.)

PRINCE: Why would you bring me an empty box?

(He turns away, disappointed. The girl speaks softly.)

GIRL 4: I had filled the box with gifts from my home… but on my way here, I met people who had nothing. One by one, I gave everything away — the blanket to a shivering child, the food to a hungry mother, the coins to an old man. When I arrived… the box was empty.

(The prince slowly turns to face her.)

PRINCE: You gave away your gift… to help others?

GIRL 4: Yes, Your Highness. I thought… they needed it more than you.

(The prince kneels before her.)

PRINCE: You brought me the greatest gift of all — a heart full of kindness. I don’t care how you look or what you own. Will you be my queen?

GIRL 4: (kneels with tears in her eyes) Yes, my prince. I will.

(They smile at each other and hold hands as the music swells.)

NARRATOR: That day, the prince didn’t choose wealth, beauty, or fancy words — he chose goodness. The girl with the empty box became queen, and her heart full of love became a treasure to the kingdom.

THE END

AUTHOR: Adapted by Kidsinco based on an anonymous story.

MORAL: True generosity doesn’t ask for rewards. When we give from the heart, we receive more than we ever expected.

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