ETERNAL HOLDINGS

BERNIE: THE FILIPINO DONKEY

A Musical Adventure About Courage, Kindness, and the Power to Dream

From Eternal Holdings

Featuring over 20 original songs by Lee Elman


Act 1 – The Journey

In a peaceful countryside, Bernie, a kind-hearted white horse, dreams of a better life beyond the farm. Alongside her loyal friend, the Donkey Prince, and their cheerful chicken companion, she joins a merchant’s wagon traveling to the Kingdom for the Royal Harvest Ball.

Along the way they meet friendly animals, help strangers, and discover that kindness always leaves a lasting impression. Unknown to them, they are also being watched by a gang of troublemaking llamas known as The Wooligans, led by the fearless Lorenzo.


Act 2 – A New Beginning

Bernie is hired to work at the Royal Castle preparing for the biggest celebration of the year. She quickly wins everyone over with her hard work, generosity, and willingness to help others.

The Donkey Prince, disguised as an ordinary citizen, spends time getting to know Bernie without revealing his royal identity. Together they form a genuine friendship built on honesty, laughter, and compassion.

Meanwhile, Lorenzo and the Wooligans roam the village causing harmless but chaotic trouble—knocking over carts, scaring villagers, stealing vegetables, and convincing everyone that life is more fun when rules are ignored.


Act 3 – The Royal Ball

The night of the Royal Ball arrives.

The Donkey Prince finally reveals who he really is and asks Bernie to be his guest of honor. The castle fills with music, dancing, and animals from every corner of the kingdom celebrating together.

Outside the castle, Lorenzo convinces the Wooligans that the celebration must be stopped. Believing no one should be this happy, they march toward the castle intending to ruin the evening.

But standing at the gates is the Royal Donkey Guard.

The Wooligans are refused entry and cannot break through the guards. Forced to remain outside, they watch through the castle windows as animals of every kind laugh, dance, and celebrate together. There is no fighting, no bullying, and no one is left out.

For the first time, they realize they have been trying to destroy something beautiful.


Act 4 – A Second Chance

Ashamed of their actions, Lorenzo leads the Wooligans into the castle—not as invaders, but with their heads lowered in apology.

They apologize to Bernie and the Donkey Prince for every prank, every insult, and every attempt to ruin the kingdom’s happiness.

The Donkey Prince smiles.

“Everyone deserves a second chance.”

Bernie agrees.

“Kindness is strongest when it’s shared.”

The Wooligans promise to change. Instead of causing trouble, they become protectors of the village and loyal friends to the kingdom.

The Royal Ball continues with everyone dancing together—horses, donkeys, chickens, goats, villagers, and even the Wooligans.

As fireworks light the sky, the kingdom celebrates a simple truth:

Friendship, forgiveness, and kindness can change even the hardest heart.