Three Kings’ Play

22 - 23 January 2025
Wednes (7pm) and Thurs (2.15pm)

The Kings’ Play is the third play in the Oberufer play cycle and tells the tale of the journey of the three kings in search of the Christ Child.  It also tells of Herod’s angry and bloody actions.

Traditionally performed by Class 12 to pupils in Class 6 upwards, as well as an evening performance for the School’s wider community and general public, the 2025 dates and times are:

• Opening Performance  – Wednesday 22nd January, 7pm for parents, carers and the wider community. Suitable for age 12+
• School Performance  – Thursday, 23rd January (2.15pm) for Classes 6

Next week, Class 12 brings you the final act in the Oberufer Trilogy. Following the Paradise Play and Shepherds Play we watched before the Christmas Break, Class 12 will perform the Three Kings Play for the school on Thursday the 23rd of January.

Given the short time frame of just two and a half weeks, Class 12 has been working hard in their Main Lesson and extra rehearsals. This year, the Class has decided to maintain several of the traditional elements, such as the beautiful costumes, providing a striking and powerful feel to the performance, adding an extra layer of challenge to pulling off this play.

As well as learning lines, playing with their characters and harmonizing through the songs, Class 12 is responsible for all other aspects of putting on a play. From drawing posters, gaining an understanding of the power of lighting, to fixing props, the Class is putting all their effort into a wonderful performance to tie together their last ever Oberufer experience.”

Words by Bella Tree and poster by Amy Bloomer – Class 12 pupils