Normally I would be on the set preparing for the start of the Passion Play. But, it is raining, the radar shows heavier rain on the way with the prospect of some severe weather as well, so tonight's performance has been cancelled and we are now looking at our final performance day tomorrow and the wrap on the 2015 season.
Last year the weather did not interfere with the PP schedule and all of the 84 performances of the play were held with only an occasional drizzle as an impediment. This year 5 of the 85 performances had to be cancelled for inclement weather and one performance was stopped before the play was completed due to a very intense lightening storm which "popped up" suddenly. There is a definite hazard involved with outdoor theater and a season which can have very unpredictable weather and temperatures in May when the season begins and October when it ends and everywhere in between.
There are still a number of people in the museums, enjoying the buffet and in the gift shops, and many of the people who would have come to the play are going to attend the gospel music show at the Ozark Mountain Music Theater ( formerly the Hoe Down). At least they won't get wet and cold there and it will be a boon to the sister-business of TGPP. Karen is going with some of her co-workers to the OMMT and I will relax with the World Series, sew some "stained glass" crosses and listen to the rain on the roof.
Our time here is winding down and we will leave with a mixture of sadness and excitement for what lies ahead. We will miss this place, the challenges of being in the "entertainment" business, maintaining an aging property and much-used equipment, and being subject to the ever-changing weather. But right now, we look forward to one more performance, finishing strong and serving God and serving people.
One day at a time, sweet Jesus.
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