Nativity – written by John Durnin, directed by Libby Egwuba
Especially written with adult audiences in mind and through both storytelling and acting, the play explores some of the experiences of the characters and includes very human versions of the accounts with which most of us are so familiar. It also creates parts of the story for which there is no source, Mary and Joseph’s first meeting, for example, or their wedding. This different presentation will hopefully help audiences to more fully understand the events surrounding the birth of Jesus and the effects that it had upon those present, and its relevance to us today. The content of the play may not suitable for younger children, so we advise for over 8s only.
Nativity will bestaged ‘in the round’ inside All Saint’s Church, South Merstham, RH1 3LH at 7.30pm from Thursday 4th – Sunday 7th December and Thursday 11th to Saturday 13th December 2025.
We thank the Borough of Reigate & Banstead Council for their support of our project and the grant we have received from their Thriving Communities Fund which will help towards our production costs.
We are delighted that the Bishop of Croydon, the Rt Rev’d Dr Rosemarie Mallett, has agreed to become our patron. Bishop Rosemarie said, “I am pleased to be the Patron of Gatton Community Theatre’s 25th Anniversary production of Nativity and to support this group of skilled and dedicated performers in their endeavours to bring the Christian story to life for today’s audience.” Since taking office, Bishop Rosemarie has supported our productions at Gatton Park, and we look forward to seeing her once again at All Saints Church for Nativity.
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Revised rehearsal schedule 7th-29th October