Passionstheater

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The Passion Play director, Christian Stückl, talks to cast members of the 2022 Passion Play.

The Passionstheater (passionstheater.de; adult/child €5/2, combined ticket with Oberammergau Museum €9/3), where the Passion Play is performed every 10 years.

The Passion Play Theatre doesn't lie dormant in the decade between the main performances. Ask the tourist office (ammergauer-alpen.de) about music, plays and opera performances that take place here over the summer. You can also consult the theater's website for more information. Additionally, the guided tour (adult/child €9/3) provides a lot of fascinating background info on the play’s history and also lets you take a peek at the costumes and sets.

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