St Edmunds Players Present the Passion

Published by Charlie Bohan-Hurst on April 29, 2026

Parishioners gathered in large numbers on Good Friday to witness a moving and imaginative presentation of the Stations of the Cross by the St Edmunds Players Drama Group.

The group offered a fresh and reflective interpretation of the traditional devotion, portraying a range of characters who might have been present at Calvary. Among them were a Roman Centurion, Veronica, who is remembered for wiping the face of Jesus, a man recalling his childhood encounters with Christ, and a reporter figure who engaged members of the crowd in conversation, bringing a contemporary perspective to the ancient events.

This creative approach invited those present to reflect more deeply on the human experiences surrounding the Passion, helping to make the story both immediate and relatable.

The performance was led by parish priest Fr Sean Connelly and drew a strong attendance from the parish community, underlining the importance of shared worship and reflection during Holy Week.

The photograph taken before the performance shows members of the drama group gathered together in preparation, ready to bring this powerful retelling to life.

The St Edmunds Players are to be commended for their thoughtful and engaging contribution to the parish’s Good Friday observance.