CAMBRIDGE — Ohio’s only outdoor passion play drama is putting the finishing touches on the last month of the season with weekend shows taking place thru September 28th.
For forty-five years and counting, Living Word Outdoor Drama, located at 6010 College Hill Road in Guernsey County has been telling the story of Christ in two and a half hour long live performances on Friday and Saturday evenings thru the summer.
“We treat our guests like family,” says Executive Director Heath Dawson.
“People’s jaws drop when they see our four-hundred foot set of the Old Jerusalem for the first time. The permanent set allows for a panoramic view and was repainted this year.”
The nationally recognized drama was founded in 1975 by Biblical Dramatist Frank Roughton Harvey and brings to life the passion of Jesus. Harvey studied Biblical archaeology under eminent scholars from the Holy Land.
Dawson comments, “We have seen our biggest growth over the last five years in regards to the amenities we provide. Our outdoor amphitheater was recently upgraded with stadium seating for 450 which also includes reserved handicapped-accessible seating. Last year we added state of the art LED lighting for both the stage and parking areas.”
“We have seen our biggest growth over the last five years in regards to the amenities we provide. Our outdoor amphitheater was recently upgraded with stadium seating for 450 which also includes reserved handicapped-accessible seating. Last year we added state of the art LED lighting for both the stage and parking areas.”
Heath Dawson, Executive Director
Living Word Outdoor Drama
Dawson also adds that a new tomb will be constructed for the 2020 season. As the case with all the shows, the seats will be filled but the tomb will be empty.
The non-profit’s primary focus is to present the life of Christ. In addition, the ministry exposes and educates audiences to the arts; including dramas, concerts, musicals and children’s programs. Thirdly, it provides free training to all its volunteers in the fields of acting, technical aspects, lighting, costuming, food preparation, sales, and animal husbandry.
The amphitheater facilities has a concession stand, handicap-accessible restrooms, and a gift shop. Recently the ministry hosted its fourth annual Crucified music concert.
On August 23rd, all visitors who ride in motorcycle to the drama will receive a special admission price of $10.00.
The amphitheater will also be hosting a “Jerusalem Experience & Family Day” on Saturday, September 7th between 12:00-4:00 PM with ticket prices at $10 for families. Visitors will enjoy a multi-sensory day of costume making, carpentry, games, food, animals and shofar lessons.
The Living Word Outdoor Drama is a proud member of the Institute of Outdoor Dramas, the Ohio Tourism Association, the Guernsey County Chamber of Commerce, and the Cambridge and Guernsey County Visitor’s and Convention Center.
For show updates click on the Living Word Outdoor Drama Facebook page or call 740.439.2761. Click on the video below to get a sneak peak preview.
