Oberammergau Passion Play
Every ten years since 1634, the Bavarian village of Oberammergau has performed the world''s most famous Passion Play, recounting the last days of Jesus Christ. In 2010, presenting the play for the 41st time, the village broke with tradition to offer a new interpretation for a post-millennial, international audience.
Drawing on interviews with villagers and international responses, this collec...
Every ten years since 1634, the Bavarian village of Oberammergau has performed the world''s most famous Passion Play, recounting the last days of Jesus Christ. In 2010, presenting the play for the 41st time, the village broke with tradition to offer a new interpretation for a post-millennial, international audience.
Drawing on interviews with villagers and international responses, this collec...