A Pilgrim's Guide to Oberammergau – your essential guide book

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A vital help in preparation for your visit, designed to enable the visitor to make the most of a brief stay in the village, this handy guide will be a valuable reference whilst you are there and a splendid souvenir of a memorable experience. Including:-

THE OBERAMMERGAU STORY
The historical background, traditions and development of the Passion Play from 1634 to its relevance today. The organisation and administration of the Play, and its impact on the village and the area.

A SYNOPSIS OF THE PLAY
The sequence of the acts and scenes, with the Old Testament Tableaux, are described, enabling the story to be followed without difficulty.

THE THEATRE
Behind the scenes. The wardrobe rooms and “props”. How the stage is set. The history of the building, and the recent renovations and alterations.

THE PEOPLE
The creative team behind the play, and its impact on many local families whose history is most closely associated with the Passion Play

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