With many families still restricted by social distancing requirements and other pandemic limitations, here’s an opportunity to take a break and immerse your spirit in an amazing true event from the very pages of the Bible.
Queen Esther: With a crown on her head and a secret in her heart, can she find the courage to trust in God’s plan and believe that she was made for such a time as this?
Backstory: After three years in development, the spectacular brand-new stage production “Queen Esther” was set to premiere in Lancaster, Pennsylvania on March 14 this year. But then, COVID-19 hit and like many others, Sight & Sound went dark. Over 200 shows were cancelled with more than 500,000 ticket holders unable to experience the show.
Fast-forward to now. Live for one night only, and then a streaming weekend encore, Esther’s timely story will come to life in a special worldwide pay-per-view live event, available exclusively on Sight & Sound’s brand-new streaming channel, Sight & Sound TV.
“The thrill of live theater is watching the show unfold right before your eyes,” says Sight & Sound Chief Creative Officer Josh Enck. “We’re so excited to bring that same experience to living rooms all across the world.”
With cameras covering the theater from every angle, including on stage and behind the curtain, audiences will experience a live Sight & Sound show like never before, giving them the best seat in the house for every spectacular moment. The live event will include a 30-minute pre-show and a 20-minute intermission, with exclusive behind-the-scenes interviews and a sneak peek at how the production was created.
“Esther’s story is one of courageous faith in the midst of chaos,” Enck continued, “This show is truly meant for such a time as this.”
Story Synopsis, based on the Bible's Book of Esther
Set in the opulent yet perilous Persian Empire, “Queen Esther” is a captivating tale of beauty and bravery. Esther’s ordinary life changed forever when she was taken through the palace doors, entering a new world of royalty and risk. With a crown on her head and a secret in her heart, can she find the courage to trust in God’s plan and believe that she was made for such a time as this?
Experience one of the most riveting Bible stories of the Old Testament as it comes to life with magnificent sets, special effects and live animals in this brand-new, original stage production from Sight & Sound Theatres.
Where to Watch QUEEN ESTHER – Live! www.sight-sound.tv
Live Event: Friday, September 4th, 7pm ET
Live streamed encore showings:
Saturday, September 5th, 3pm ET and 8pm ET
Sunday, September 6th, 8am ET and 3pm ET