The show presents the Gospel According to St. Matthew updated to a modern setting. The parables, lessons, and the Passion story of Jesus are retold almost entirely through song. The first part of the tale shows the forming of the community as eight individuals, called forth by John the Baptist, commit themselves to Jesus and the group. This group of disciples separates themselves from the rest of society and then invites the larger community to join them. As the tale continues, we see the community challenged by the sequence of events leading to the Crucifixion. In the end, the leadership shown by Jesus and the teachings he has bestowed have prepared them carry on once he is taken from them. The community remains fused and ready to carry forth the lessons they have learned.

Nevada Repertory Company at the University of Nevada, Reno and Reno Little Theater present Godspell as part of the 12th annual Artown Festival, July 1-31, 2007. The month-long summer arts festival features more than 300 events produced by more than 80 cultural organizations and businesses in more than 90 locations city wide, with major funding provided by the City of Reno.

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