Savior of the World Production
The Louisville Kentucky Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is announcing the production of “Savior of the World” which will be offered free of charge for adults and children eight years of age and older on November 20, and 21. The show begins at 7pm and guests are asked to be in their seats by 6:50pm. This play was first shown in Salt Lake City November 28-December 30 of 2000.
The “Savior of the World” is a production that focuses on two important periods of Jesus Christ’s life: His birth and resurrection. The play opens with Elisabeth and Zacharias discussing her lack of children while her cousin Mary is about to be betrothed. While in the Temple Zacharias learns from the Angel Gabriel that his wife will bear a son to be named John, and that he will prepare the way for Jesus Christ.
This bit of drama is interposed with the period immediately before, during and after the betrothal of Mary to Joseph, her miraculous conception and the struggle of Joseph upon hearing that she was with child before their marriage. Both Mary and Joseph received angelic ministrations that foretold the birth of the Savior. Joseph’s vision was the answer to his prayer regarding the law and his love of Mary.
The first act concludes with the birth of the Savior Jesus Christ in the manger. The shepherds encounter the Christ child and recite the words of the Angel announcing Christ’s birth.
The second act begins with the burial of the Lord Jesus Christ and the sealing of the tomb. At this time the apostles and disciples, while having heard Jesus mention many times about His death and resurrection, were not entirely understanding of what would soon happen. Jesus reveals Himself first to Mary Magdalene, who at first did not recognize His voice. She is instructed to go and tell the apostles that He has risen.
The production wonderfully portrays that singular, unique event very well. The individuals are confused regarding the resurrection but each comes to their own belief and testimony through the visitations of the risen Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Thomas, the doubting apostle, is shown as he struggles to believe and understand the resurrection. While he was slow to believe, the Lord’s mercy is shown when He reveals himself specifically to Thomas, inviting him to come closer and to feel the prints in His hands and feet, and to thrust his hands into His side.
The play concludes with a scene of the apostles fishing and the resurrected Jesus Christ showing Himself unto them with the supplication to “Feed my sheep”. In keeping with this supplication The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is making this production available to all who would like to attend. Admission is free for adults and children eight years and older.
This production was designed to feed the spirits of those who attend. The lighting, soundtracks, costumes, and set designs were done with attention to detail. All of the costumes and stage-settings were hand-designed and created by the lay production staff.
The following photographs were taken during the final dress rehearsal.
Savior of the World: Act I: The Birth
Elisabeth telling Zacharias about her desire for a child:
Mary learns the will of God:
The betrothal of Mary to Joseph:
Time to be counted:
The Angel announces the birth to shepherds in the field:
The shepherds meet the Christ child:
Joseph and Mary in a quiet moment with their new baby, the Son of God:
Additional photographs of Act I will be posted shortly. The photo server issue has been corrected. Please check back.
Savior of the World: Act II: The Resurrection
The Grief
The Resurrection
He Lives!
The “Savior of the World” is a production that focuses on two important periods of Jesus Christ’s life: His birth and resurrection. The play opens with Elisabeth and Zacharias discussing her lack of children while her cousin Mary is about to be betrothed. While in the Temple Zacharias learns from the Angel Gabriel that his wife will bear a son to be named John, and that he will prepare the way for Jesus Christ.
This bit of drama is interposed with the period immediately before, during and after the betrothal of Mary to Joseph, her miraculous conception and the struggle of Joseph upon hearing that she was with child before their marriage. Both Mary and Joseph received angelic ministrations that foretold the birth of the Savior. Joseph’s vision was the answer to his prayer regarding the law and his love of Mary.
The first act concludes with the birth of the Savior Jesus Christ in the manger. The shepherds encounter the Christ child and recite the words of the Angel announcing Christ’s birth.
The second act begins with the burial of the Lord Jesus Christ and the sealing of the tomb. At this time the apostles and disciples, while having heard Jesus mention many times about His death and resurrection, were not entirely understanding of what would soon happen. Jesus reveals Himself first to Mary Magdalene, who at first did not recognize His voice. She is instructed to go and tell the apostles that He has risen.
The production wonderfully portrays that singular, unique event very well. The individuals are confused regarding the resurrection but each comes to their own belief and testimony through the visitations of the risen Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Thomas, the doubting apostle, is shown as he struggles to believe and understand the resurrection. While he was slow to believe, the Lord’s mercy is shown when He reveals himself specifically to Thomas, inviting him to come closer and to feel the prints in His hands and feet, and to thrust his hands into His side.
The play concludes with a scene of the apostles fishing and the resurrected Jesus Christ showing Himself unto them with the supplication to “Feed my sheep”. In keeping with this supplication The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is making this production available to all who would like to attend. Admission is free for adults and children eight years and older.
This production was designed to feed the spirits of those who attend. The lighting, soundtracks, costumes, and set designs were done with attention to detail. All of the costumes and stage-settings were hand-designed and created by the lay production staff.
The following photographs were taken during the final dress rehearsal.
Savior of the World: Act I: The Birth
Elisabeth telling Zacharias about her desire for a child:
The betrothal of Mary to Joseph:
Time to be counted:
The Angel announces the birth to shepherds in the field:
The shepherds meet the Christ child:
Joseph and Mary in a quiet moment with their new baby, the Son of God:
Savior of the World: Act II: The Resurrection
The Grief
He Lives!
Additional Photos of both acts will be posted shortly. The problem with the photo server has been corrected.
Posted by Louisville Stake Activities at 16 Nov 2009, 6:05 PM 
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Tags: Louisville 3rd Ward La Grange Ward Campbellsville Branch Radcliff Ward Crestwood 1st Ward Crestwood 2nd Ward Louisville 5th (Spanish) Branch Louisville 1st Ward Louisville 7th (YSA) Branch Bardstown Branch Elizabethtown Ward Louisville 2nd Ward Louisville 6th Ward Lebanon Branch Brandenburg Ward Shelbyville Ward
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