A living dramatization of Leonardo da Vinci’s classic painting of THE LAST SUPPER will be presented on Maundy Thursday, April 5, and Good Friday, April 6, at the Ocean City Tabernacle, 550 Wesley Ave., Ocean City, NJ beginning at 7:00pm.
Members of St. Peter’s Methodist Church, Ocean City Tabernacle, First Presbyterian Church and Second Cape May Baptist Church will portray Jesus and his twelve disciples as depicted in the painting. Since its publication in 1954, the play has been presented by many different groups in all sections of the country and has been a source of inspiration to the many thousands who have seen it in person. It has also been aired by several television stations during Holy Week.
Leonardo da Vinci’s painting represents the dramatic moment when Jesus announces that one of His disciples will betray Him. The cast remains “frozen” in their positions duplicating the painting. One by one, each disciple breaks his “freeze” and speaks his mind in light of the words Jesus has just spoken. The tension continues to build throughout the drama to Judas’ betrayal of Jesus.
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Experience an evening of drama, music and worship in the intimacy of the upper room as Jesus shares his last meal with his disciples. A unique communion service following the drama will bring the scriptures to life. Admission is free (offering received).
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