art way through the 1990s, a new Dean arrived at York Minster. Interested in drama, Dean Furnell encouraged conversations suggesting that the Plays might be presented in York Minster in 2000.

This production proved to be an overwhelming success, with over 28,000 people purchasing tickets to see this remarkable Cycle in York Minster - the largest Gothic Cathedral north of the Alps. An exceptional design team was led by Director Greg Doran with Ray Stevenson taking on the role of Christ. The overall effect was truly magical.

Whether there will be another production of the Plays in York Minster is yet to be confirmed. The City of York Council have given a grant to help support the Board of the Plays as they plan for the future. If you would like to support this fund raising initiative, please contact info@ncem.co.uk



The Guilds of York will be presenting a conference on the York Mystery Plays on Friday 13 and Saturday 14 July 2007. See www.yorkmysteryplays.co.uk for information and tickets.