The Great North Passion event held today, Good Friday, in Bents Park in South Shields, England involved the telling of the Easter Passion story by collaborating with local artists who were commissioned to transform metal shipping containers into artistic works reflecting many regions and issues from around the northeast. The 60 containers were then placed in the shape of a giant crucifix in the Park where the public were invited to explore the installation and enjoy the occasion.
The hour-long event brought in thousands of spectators to enjoy the show which featured performances by Alexandra Burke.
Bents Park crucifix
Spectators arrive to watch the show
Artwork on one of the shipping containers
Artwork on one of the shipping containers
Artwork on one of the shipping containers
Crowds watch the performance
Zororai Gundu from the ‘Women of African Origin’ choir
Watching the event
Reverend Jim Craig
Henry Howard from the Retired Fisherman’s Mission in North Shields
Enjoying the show
Alexandra Burke singing at the event
Alexandra Burke singing at the event
Alexandra Burke singing at the event
The ‘Women of African Origin’ choir get ready to sing
Fern Britton and Alexandra Burke
Theo Craig, 8, adds the finishing touches to one of the art installation containers
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