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Historic Passion Play in Oberammergau to be staged May 12
The article previews the Oberammergau Passion Play in Bavaria on May 12, recounting the village, its pilgrims, and the vow made during plague times that the Passion would be staged every ten years. It notes the tradition, history, and key local figures shaping the modern performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oberammergau
Bavaria
Germany
John Vennema
Willow Read
Winnetka
Munich
Ammer
Tyrol
Ness
Christ
Daisenberger