"Messiah - Scenes From A Crucifixion" with Steven Berkoff Old Vic 25 Nov 03
"Messiah - Scenes From A Crucifixion" with Steven Berkoff Old Vic 25 Nov 03
It is now confirmed that Steven Berkoff's Messiah - Scenes From A Crucifixion will open at the Old Vic Theatre 2 Dec 03, following previews from 25 Nov 03, and booking to 3 Jan 2004.
(Tickets now on sale!)
The play is directed by and stars Steven Berkoff as Satan.
Berkoff's radical interpretation of Biblical events finds Christ presented as a revolutionary figure, hatching a plot to overthrow the occupying Roman forces. The Christ figure is also tempted by Satan and believes he has a messianic prophecy to fulfil by his actions.
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