Am Dram Collection

The wailing women, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
The wailing women, 1922. Paula Rendl as Mary Magdalene, Martha Veit as the Virgin Mary, Melchior Breitsamter as St John: players in the Oberammergau Passion Play

Participants of the production "Russian Wedding", Krasnoyarsk amateurs of dramatic art, 1895. This collection includes more than four hundred photographs of daily life in Yenisei Province

Amateur Dramatics at the Opera Comique- Scene from Joan the comic opera played for the benefit of Creator: Unknown
Amateur Dramatics at the Opera Comique- Scene from Joan the comic opera played for the benefit of The Mothers East End Home, 1890. From "The Graphic

Outdoor dance performance with dancers in classical drapery, possibly in Long Island, c1900 - 1915
Outdoor dance performance with dancers in classical drapery, possibly in Long Island, between 1900 and 1915

Jesus carrying the cross, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Jesus carrying the cross, 1922. Anton Lang, a player in the Oberammergau Passion Play, as Jesus. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene, 1922. Mary Magdalene (Paula Rendl) kneels before Jesus (Anton Lang): players in the Oberammergau Passion Play

Members of the High Council, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Members of the High Council, 1922. Players in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages, by the inhabitants of the village of Oberammergau in Bavaria

Episode on the Way of the Cross, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Episode on the Way of the Cross, 1922. Jesus (Anton Lang) and other players in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

Jesus before Herod, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Jesus before Herod, 1922. Jesus (Anton Lang) appears before king Herod (Gregor Breitsamter) - also on stage are Sebastian Lang as the high priest Annas (or Ananias)

Players on stage in the Oberammergau Passion Play, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Players on stage in the Oberammergau Passion Play, 1922. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages, by the inhabitants of the village of Oberammergau in Bavaria, Germany

Jesus before the Sanhedrin, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Jesus before the Sanhedrin, 1922. Jesus (Anton Lang) is tried before an assembly of rabbis: players in the Oberammergau Passion Play

Judas before the Sanhedrin, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Judas before the Sanhedrin, 1922. The traitor Judas (Guido Mayr) is tried before an assembly of rabbis: players in the Oberammergau Passion Play

Expulsion of the moneylenders, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Expulsion of the moneylenders, 1922. Jesus expelling the merchants and the money-changers from the Temple: players in the Oberammergau Passion Play

Judas, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Judas, 1922. Guido Mayr as Judas with the purse containing the thirty pieces of silver: player in the Oberammergau Passion Play

Jesus at the Last Supper, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Jesus at the Last Supper, 1922. Anton Lang, a player in the Oberammergau Passion Play, as Jesus. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

2 scenes from Pastoral Plays, Wash. D.C. May 1906: Strephon casts off Chloe, 1906. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
2 scenes from Pastoral Plays, Wash. D.C. May 1906: Strephon casts off Chloe, 1906. Miss Wise and Mr. Archibald in "The Oaks"

2 scenes from Pastoral Plays, Wash. D.C. May 1906: Procession - Spring and her attendants, 1906. From "Friendship"; woman and small girls. cf. America's Yesterdays

Pageant - Long Island, (1915?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Pageant - Long Island, (1915?). 12 women in costumes, 4 posed with fruit on their heads, putting on pageant at altar, with smoke in forest behind them

The High Priests, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
The High Priests, 1922. Players in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages, by the inhabitants of the village of Oberammergau in Bavaria, Germany

The Way of the Cross, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
The Way of the Cross, 1922. Jesus (Anton Lang) carrying the cross: players in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

Jesus before Pilate, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Jesus before Pilate, 1922. Jesus (Anton Lang) appears before Roman governor Pontius Pilate (Hans Mayr): players in the Oberammergau Passion Play

The meeting after the denial, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
The meeting after the denial, 1922. St Peter (Andreas Lang) denies Jesus (Anton Lang) three times, and then repents: players in the Oberammergau Passion Play

Peter denies Jesus, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Peter denies Jesus, 1922. Andreas Lang as St Peter in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

Jesus before Ananias, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Jesus before Ananias, 1922. Jesus appears before the high priest Annas (or Ananias): players in the Oberammergau Passion Play

Judas betrays his master, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Judas betrays his master, 1922. Judas (Guido Mayr) betrays Jesus (Anton Lang): players in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

Jesus on the Mount of Olives, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Jesus on the Mount of Olives, 1922. The Agony in the Garden: Jesus and the angel with the cup of suffering: players in the Oberammergau Passion Play

The entry into Jerusalem, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
The entry into Jerusalem, 1922. Players on stage in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

The Last Supper, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
The Last Supper, 1922. Jesus predicts that one of his Apostles present at the meal will betray him, despite their assertions to the contrary

The journey to Jerusalem, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
The journey to Jerusalem, 1922. Players in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages, by the inhabitants of the village of Oberammergau in Bavaria

The Anointing, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
The Anointing, 1922. Players in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages, by the inhabitants of the village of Oberammergau in Bavaria, Germany

Child performers in the Oberammergau Passion Play, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Child performers in the Oberammergau Passion Play, 1922. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages, by the inhabitants of the village of Oberammergau in Bavaria, Germany

Herod, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Herod, 1922. Gregor Breitsamter as King Herod, player in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

Prologue, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Prologue, 1922. Anton Lechner, player in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages, by the inhabitants of the village of Oberammergau in Bavaria

Pilate, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Pilate, 1922. Hans Mayr as Roman governor Pontius Pilate: player in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

Caiaphas, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Caiaphas, 1922. Hugo Rutz as high priest Joseph ben Caiaphas in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

Ananias, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Ananias, 1922. Sebastian Lang as the high priest Annas (or Ananias) in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

The Magdalene, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
The Magdalene, 1922. Paula Rendl as Mary Magdalene in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

John, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
John, 1922. Melchior Breitsamter as St John in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages, by the inhabitants of the village of Oberammergau in Bavaria

Peter, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Peter, 1922. Andreas Lang as St Peter in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages, by the inhabitants of the village of Oberammergau in Bavaria

Mary, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Mary, 1922. Martha Veit as the Virgin Mary in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages, by the inhabitants of the village of Oberammergau in Bavaria

The Flagellation of Christ, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
The Flagellation of Christ, 1922. Anton Lang, a player in the Oberammergau Passion Play, as Jesus during the Scourging at the Pillar

Jesus, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Jesus, 1922. Anton Lang, a player in the Oberammergau Passion Play, as Jesus. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages, by the inhabitants of the village of Oberammergau in Bavaria

Pieta, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Pieta, 1922. The Virgin Mary (Martha Veit) with the dead Christ (Anton Lang): players in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

Bethany, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Bethany, 1922. Jesus (Anton Lang) and the Virgin Mary (Martha Veit): players in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

Veneration of the Cross, with choir, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
Veneration of the Cross, with choir, 1922. Players on stage in the Oberammergau Passion Play. The play is performed every 10 years, on open-air stages

Petworth Imps Concert - February 1939
Cast line up with two accordionists George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No. Garland N17816

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"Am Dram: A Glimpse into the Passionate World of Theatrical Devotion" Step back in time to 1922, where Henry Traut's lens captured the essence of "am dram, " a term coined for amateur dramatics. In this captivating collection, we witness an array of biblical scenes brought to life by dedicated performers. "The Wailing Women" depicts sorrowful figures mourning their beloved Jesus, their anguish palpable even through black and white stillness. Traut's artistry transports us to a moment frozen in time, evoking deep empathy within our souls. In "Jesus Appears to Mary Magdalene, " we are privy to a sacred encounter that resonates with divine tenderness. With delicate brushstrokes, Traut immortalizes this profound connection between two souls forever changed by faith and love. The image titled "Members of the High Council" offers a glimpse behind closed doors, revealing the intricate dynamics at play within religious institutions. These men bear heavy responsibilities as they navigate matters of spirituality and governance—a reminder that even those in positions of power face moral dilemmas. As we delve deeper into these snapshots from Oberammergau Passion Play's episode on "The Way of the Cross, " we find ourselves immersed in scenes both hauntingly beautiful and deeply moving. From "Jesus before Herod" to "Expulsion of the Moneylenders, " each frame captures pivotal moments that shaped Christian history. Traut masterfully portrays the intensity surrounding significant events such as "Jesus before Sanhedrin. " The expressions etched onto faces reveal internal struggles between righteousness and personal gain—an eternal human conflict laid bare on stage. In contrast, an unknown artist brings us closer to Jesus' final hours with his depiction of "Jesus at the Last Supper. " This intimate portrayal invites contemplation upon friendship, sacrifice, and ultimate redemption—themes that continue to resonate across generations.