The Devil's Passion is a one-man play, performed in the Nave of St Albans Cathedral, offering a fresh perspective on the Passion of Christ.
A divine comedy written & performed by Justin ButcherDirected by Guy Masterson
Music & sound by Jack C. Arnold
Award-winning playwright Justin Butcher, author of the world-famous “Scaramouche Jones”, starring Pete Postlethwaite & directed by Rupert Goold, the hit anti-war satire “The Madness Of George Dubya” and the controversially acclaimed “Go To Gaza, Drink The Sea”, turns his pen to the greatest story of all.
By turns comic, gripping, poetic, and heart-stirring, The Devil’s Passion offers a radically fresh perspective on the timeless narrative by renowned satirist, playwright and actor Justin Butcher, an audacious hell’s-eye-view of the Passion of Christ from a master storyteller. Directed by Olivier-Award winner Guy Masterson (“Morecambe”, “Twelve Angry Men”, “Animal Farm”), with a haunting and evocative new soundscape by Jack C. Arnold (“War And Peace”, “Holy Flying Circus”, “The Woman In Black”).
"A serious & seriously fine piece of writing, terrific performance, startlingly original presentation" Church Times
33 AD. Jesus enters Jerusalem to fulfil his destiny. Satan ascends from Hell to stop him.
A battle begins - for the soul of humanity. Framed satirically against a "War on Terror" backdrop of heightened security, fear and surveillance, with Satan as a self styled Intelligence Chief fighting "extremism" in the Middle East in defence of our "freedoms", the last days of Christ are presented as a counter-terrorism operation by diabolical security forces.
"Riveting, witty performance" British Theatre Guide
"Timely, beautifully-written, poignant... Butcher's writing shines" Huffington Post
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VenueSt Albans Cathedral
AddressSumpter Yard, St Albans, St Albans, Hertfordshire,
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St Michael's Manor Hotel
Set in 5 acres of beautiful gardens with a lake, the historic St Michaels Manor Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the centre of St Albans and near St Michaels Cathedral..
Ardmore House Hotel
Set in an Edwardian residence with a Victorian annex, Ardmore House Hotel is located in St Albans and boasts a large garden with a pond, as well as an on-site bar, a restaurant and a piano room..
Ragged Hall Lane
Located in St Albans, Ragged Hall Lane B&B sits in a garden and features a shared lounge with TV, 4 miles from M1 Road access and just 5 miles from the Warner Bros Studio Tour London. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout..
Mercure St. Albans The
On the edge of historic St Albans, Mercure St. Albans The Noke offers easy access from the M25 and M1 motorways, this 4-star hotel offers free parking and superb relaxation facilities, including a swimming pool. Mercure St.
The Noke Hotel
On the edge of historic St Albans, with very easy access from the M25 and M1 motorways, this 4-star hotel offers free parking and superb relaxation facilities, including a swimming pool..
Premier Inn St. Albans/Bricket
This attractive Premier Inn has a country location near to the M1 and M25, and a short walk from Bricket Wood Train Station, which has services to Watford Junction. St. Albans centre is only 4 miles away.
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