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The "Greatest Story Ever Retold" is based on the book The Cotton Patch Version of Matthew and John by Clarence Jordan in which the Gospel is presented in a setting of rural Georgia with country music songs, the final and perhaps best work of Harry Chapin. As this Gospel begins, they sing that "Somethin's a-brewin' in Gainesville." Herod is the mayor of Atlanta and, inevitably, Christ is lynched by local thugs only to rise again. Drama critics loved this show and so did a broad spectrum of religious commentators. "A dream come true," wrote Contemporary Christian Music. "A breath of fresh air. Something good is happening. A reverential retelling of the book of Matthew. It takes the Bible's passionate intensity and directness for contemporary meaning into the popular vein without diluting it." The Episcopalian called it "Powerful drama and a joyous celebration. This musical succeeds mightily." The American Baptist Magazine said, "The show offers a vivid witness. This is the Gospel." The Long Island Catholic summed up with, "Entertaining and inspiring, it will lift your spirits and renew your hope," and The Messenger concluded with, "Rollicking, foot-stomping, hand-clapping new musical."
Where? Nampa Civic Center
When? September 7-9, 2006 @ 8:00 P.M. and September 9, 2006 @ 2:00 P.M.
- BreAnna Behrman
- Doug Brinkman
- Bob Ecker
- James Irwin
- Gregg Irwin
- Brayden Kinzler
- Bette Dale Moore
- Jodi Perry
- Jonathan Perry
- Adam Watkins
- Jodie Watkins
- Michelle White
- Director Gregg Irwin
- Asst. Director Stacy Irwin
- Music Director Bette Dale Moore
- Choreographer Stacy Irwin
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