The story of The Good Samaritan is written in Luke 10:30-35. The full explanation of this simple play is given by The Greeter within the first speeches of the play. It was written in this style so that it would be specific and not just a rewriting of the New Testament story that is so familiar. It is not a subtle theological approach; it is direct. But in its directness it is hoped that the discoursive language does not outweigh the entertainment value.

CHARACTERS

THE GREETER

The Greeter can either be male or female. The role is as mediator between the audience and the actors. It is a dual role, in that The Greeter is the Innkeeper at the end of the play.

JOSEPHUS

This could be a taped speech or read by someone standing offstage (maybe someone who’ll later be used within the action of the play.…