Riding Lights Theatre Company will be performing a new passion play, Night Falls (written and directed by Paul Birch) in the Dorford Centre, Dorchester at 7.00pm on Tuesday 17th March 2026.
Four final days before an execution that will change everything.
Three enemies that want to put an end to the so-called Messiah.
Two strangers torn between faith and doubt, hope and grief, trying to prevent Jesus of Nazareth from getting himself arrested.
One safe house in Bethany.
Night Falls focuses on the days leading up to the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. It’s a dramatic tale told through the eyes of Lazurus; a man struggling with faith, doubt, fear and hope. Featuring original music by Nikki Crowley, Night Falls is a fresh, vivid and dynamic retelling of the Easter story, blending an extraordinary score with powerful drama.
Established theatre actor, Matthew Rutherford returns to Riding Lights Theatre Company in the role of Lazurus. Matthew recently performed in No Such Things As Wolves at Birmingham Hippodrome and has had previous roles in the West End, the National Theatre in Oslo as well as an international tour of Mamma Mia. Night Falls also welcomes Esther Atkins in her Riding Lights debut as Dvora. In Night Falls she plays a mysterious stranger with a secret that will change everything.
Tickets are available from What’s On In Dorchester Baptist Church, Dorset | TicketSource or from the Dorford Centre in person either in advance or on the night. Adults £15, Concessions £10, 12-18 years £5 (Not suitable for under 12s).
