Gallery of Living Art

The Twenty First Annual Gallery of Living Art First Lutheran Church 1515 N. Cascade Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Friday, March 20 at 7:30 pm, Saturday, March 21 at 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm and Sunday, March 22 at 3:00 pm In the Sanctuary of First Lutheran Church As the audience sits in the sanctuary, the story of Christ’s Passion and Resurrection unfolds through live reproductions of fourteen sacred works of art staged by a 60 member cast, narrative scripture and music sung by First Lutheran choir. The art includes the well-known “Christ in Gethsemane” by Heinrich Hofmann and Michelangelo’s “Pieta ” The opening scene is a reproduction of three angels painted by Sharon Cartwright, artist and member of First Lutheran Church. The second scene is also by Sharon Cartwright called "Beautiful Savior" showing Mary holding the baby Jesus. In addition three new scenes will be presented this year – two are paintings: "The Last Supper" by Philippe de Champaigne and "The Triumphal Entry" by Ernst Deger. The third new scene is found in the nave of San Giovanni in Laterano in Rome and is a relief of Jesus with the Cross. The public is cordially invited to attend this inspirational presentation of Christ’s Passion and Resurrection. Admission is free and childcare is provided Contact: Joan Kuehn or Judy Wach at (719) 632-8836