Person of colour to play Jesus for the first time at Edinburgh's Easter play

Michael Ogidi Portrays Jesus in Edinburgh Easter Play

For the first time, a Black man, Michael Ogidi, portrayed Jesus in Edinburgh’s annual Easter play. The production aimed to challenge traditional depictions of Jesus and explore themes of masculinity, inclusion, and humility. The post Michael Ogidi Portrays Jesus in Edinburgh Easter Play appeared first on African American News and Issues.

Person of colour to play Jesus for the first time at Edinburgh's Easter play

Edinburgh's Easter play will celebrate its 20th anniversary this year, with a person of colour playing Jesus for the first time

Man Playing ‘Jesus’ in Street Drama Goes Viral After Dropping Cross, Nearly Fights Helpers

A dramatic reenactment of the biblical story of Jesus took an unexpected turn and has since gone viral after the man playing the role of Jesus lost his temper mid-procession. WHATSAPP: CLICK HERE TO FOLLOW OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL TO RECEIVE LATEST UPDATES ON YOUR PHONES In the video making rounds online, the man can be seen carrying a wooden cross through the streets, surrounded by people assisting and escorting him—Portraying the well-known scene …

Milestone for Edinburgh Easter Play

Wednesday April 16 2025 THE celebrated annual Easter Play in Edinburgh celebrates a major milestone this weekend with the latest production – Behold the Man. The Play, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, will take place this Saturday in West Princes Street Gardens and this year looks at different models of masculinity in re-enacting the days leading to Easter Sunday. Scottish-Nigerian actor Michael Ogidi becomes the first person of …