Based on the classic O. Henry short story and told through music and lyrics, this is a story of two very poor people who loved each other
so much that each sold their most prized possession to buy the other a Christmas present. In aditiotheir story, there are also various city folk going about thier holiday business, and the hilarious plight of cheerful bum named Soap, who wants only to get aressted so he can spend the night in a cozy cel, all told by a tuneful newsboy-narrator, Willy who adds his own melodious contribution and informative observations to the delightful proceedings.

"The Gifts of the Magi' is presented by special arrangement with Dramatist Play Service, Inc., New York