The Passion

Through Mary’s Eyes

A prayerful, live musical portrayal of Christ’s Passion through Mary’s eyes.


Times:

Friday, March 19, 2027 | 8 pm

Palm Sunday, March 21, 2027 | 8 pm


Location:

St. Hugo of the Hills -  Main Church

2215 Opdyke Rd, Bloomfield Hills MI, 48034


Share your gifts as an actor, singer, musician, or volunteer!

St. Hugo of the Hills Catholic Church is preparing a power musical adaptation of The Passion Through Mary’s Eyes; a parish-led musical and dramatic retelling of Jesus’ Passion through the eyes of His Blessed Mother, Mary. We invite you to share your gifts with this unique and prayerful ministry!

UPCOMING: Passion Through Mary’s Eyes Community Meeting!


Join us on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. in Parish Halls A & B to learn how you can be part of Passion Through Mary’s Eyes. All parishioners and school families are welcome as we begin planning for our Holy Week presentation!

Click Here to email Dcn. Christopher Stark to RSVP or with questions.

Meet the Producer and Co-Director:

Mr. Larry Smentowski has kindly agreed to serve as Producer and Co-Director. Larry brings extensive experience leading the coordination and presentation of this blessed ministry. Many of you may have met Larry while on pilgrimages with St Hugo. With Larry’s experience and guidance with this ministry, we can be confident this will be an exceptional and prayerful presentation; one that could become a cherished highlight of St. Hugo's annual Lenten journey.

Ways to Participate

Actors & Singers

Adults are especially needed for central roles. Children and families are welcome in supporting roles and crowd scenes. Singers and musicians are also invited.

Help Behind the Scenes

Share your talents with costumes, sewing, makeup, props, backstage work, and technical support.

Welcome Our Guests

Help with ushering, greeting, hospitality, coordination, and performance preparation.

Key Position Roles

Assistant Director

Technical Director

Artistic Director

Props Manager

Stage Manager

Costume Designer/Seamstress


List of Characters:

  • Mary- the Mother of Jesus
  • Jesus – 33 years old
  • Caiaphas – High Priest
  • Roman Soldiers – 4-5
  • Singing Soldier – Soldier 2
  • Judas Iscariot
  • Simon (who is called Peter)
  • Andrew (Peter's brother)
  • James (son of Zebedee)
  • John (James's brother)
  • Philip
  • Bartholomew
  • Thomas
  • Matthew (the tax collector)
  • James (son of Alphaeus)
  • Thaddaeus
  • Simon (the Cananean)
  • Pontius Pilate
  • Mary Magdalene
  • Bad Criminal 1
  • Good Criminal 2
  • Servant Girl
  • Slave of the High priest
  • Barabbas


Other Characters

  • Women in crowd
  • Children in crowd
  • Priests – 3-4
  • Elders


Casting and Rehearsals

Casting will begin shortly, and rehearsals will begin in earnest in January, 2027


Stay tuned for dates as they become available.

Ready to Be Involved?


We want you to be part of an unforgettable experience for our parish.


To get involved, simply email Deacon Chris Stark at christopher.stark@sthugo.org, and he will connect you with our ministry leaders!