The Xhurch's Christmas Nativity is an affirmation of the healthfulness of nostalgia and ritual. As a non-theist, the artist envisions a future of waning religiosity. At the same time, he acknowledges the turmoils associated with the abandonment of religious faith. Mythologies, such as the story of Jesus, are well ingrained in many of us, and the notion that such mythologies must be rejected or disdained in the wake of new revelations of thought is, the artist feels, at times, misguided.
The Xhurch's Christmas Nativity is a warm embrace of nostalgia. It welcomes anyone to come and bask in its tranquil glow, and embrace the comforts of ritual—and reflect.
Mary - Jana Cox
Joseph - Jon Murphy
Shepherd - Matt Henderson
Wiseman 1 - Melissa Ward
Wiseman 2 - Patrick Morris
Wiseman 3 - Josh Wrolstad
Costume Design: Janaford
Animal Design: Lauren Carter
Manger: Patrick Morris
Photography: Eva Schifter
Hot Chocolate: Josh & Joel Wrolstad
Directed by Matt Henderson
Note: The above statement has been edited down from an earlier version which appeared in this form.
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