Our Lady of the Immaculate Musical
The Virgin Mary is becoming a stage diva, and she's counting Pope Benedict XVI as one of her biggest fans. A pope-endorsed musical, "Mary of Nazareth," is about to debut at the Vatican's own concert hall later this month. By definition, this'll hardly be a racy production, but -- bonus! -- Alma Manera, the performer picked to play Jesus' mother, was once a Miss Italia contestant!
The Virgin Mary is becoming a stage diva, and she’s counting Pope Benedict XVI as one of her biggest fans. A pope-endorsed musical, “Mary of Nazareth,” is about to debut at the Vatican’s own concert hall before hitting the road, probably to Europe, Latin America and the Middle East. By definition, “Mary” will hardly be a racy production, but — bonus! — Alma Manera, the performer picked to play Jesus’ mother, was once a Miss Italia contestant!
Rooted in Truth.upi.com via Gawker:
“‘We have sponsored this work with pleasure because Mary of Nazareth is the woman who has communicated and still communicates to mankind today the word of God made man,” ANSA quoted Monsignor Claudio Maria Celli, president of the pontifical council for social communication, as saying.
Independent by Design.
Your support helps ensure that rigorous reporting, thoughtful analysis, and investigative journalism remain accessible to everyone.
Support independent journalism.
During World War I, men on both sides defied their leaders and respective nations, if only for a moment. Let it be a lesson in 2019.
The celebrations capped the most successful year in history for Palestinian tourism, according to Tourism Minister Rula Maayah.
America is hurtling toward a series of catastrophic debt crises. An ancient Mesopotamian civilization could offer the solution.
America stands on the brink of a conflict that threatens the very future of our republic. The time has come for patriotic dissent.
Tom Catena, who risks his life daily to provide medical care in an African war zone, examines what it means to be a good Samaritan.
Eroding the ability to distinguish between reality and fantasy is a key feature of the Trumpian moment.
You need to be a supporter to comment.
There are currently no responses to this article.
Be the first to respond.