Mystery plays were so called because they
presented the mysteries of religious faith.
Although mostly drawn from the Bible the plays
also incorporate irreverent local humour,
folklore, legendary material and music.
Many different versions were performed
across England during the Middle Ages,
but only four sets of plays have survived
more or less complete.
It is possible to see in the Mystery cycles the root
of all English drama from Shakespeare to Panto!
This year's scenes from Medieval Mystery Plays will include
the Norwich play of Adam and Eve and scenes from the Coventry plays.
We do hope that you can join us and get to enjoy these fascinating plays
as much as we do.
THE PLAYERS OF ST PETER have performed an annual Christmas production
of selections from these Mystery Plays for more than 70 years, originally in a selection of
City Churches, but since 2016 in St Saviour's church, Eton Road, London, NW3 4SU.
Despite the religious subject matter of the plays the group is not affiliated
to any particular faith and most of our members take part to enjoy the opportunity
of experiencing this unique art form.
- Thursday 3rd December 2025 7:30pm
- Friday 4th December 2025 7:30 pm
- Saturday 5th December 2025 2:30pm & 6:00pm
General admission: £10
Student / Under-18: £5
Advance booking is recommended; however the option of paying by cash or card
on the door for each performance is still available subject to venue capacity.