2008 Chester Mystery Plays:
"The most spectacular production ever!"

  The most recent full-scale production of Chester's famous medieval mystery plays took place on the Cathedral Green in the heart of Chester from
JUNE 26th - JULY 19th 2008
A unique blend of the sacred and secular performed only every five years in this 2,000-year-old walled city, it was a rare chance to witness the entire unfolding of the greatest story ever told.

Iconic Bible stories from Creation with Adam and Eve through Christ's life to the dramatic hell-fire of the Last Judgement, this compelling series of plays from the Old and New Testaments told the story of mankind in an emotionally rich and powerful drama studded with humour, music and magic.   One of the largest community projects in the UK involving hundreds of people, the 2008 production was an exciting new interpretation from artistic director Robin Goddard. With music by
Matt Baker, this theatrical spectacular celebrated once again Chester's unique cultural heritage and demonstrates its special place on the world stage.

An entertainment unlike any other, Chester's medieval mysteries have never ceased to astound, rivet and delight audiences through the centuries. Download the leaflet here

We are grateful to have as our patron The Lord Lieutenant for Cheshire, W.A. Bromley Davenport; click here for his message.   Chester Mystery Plays: The Second Coming
For the first time in its history, the Chester Mystery Plays company travelled to Liverpool to present a performed concert version of the summer production at the Anglican Cathedral on 10th and 11th October 2008 as their unique contribution to Liverpool’s European Capital of Culture celebrations.
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