Outdoor Living Nativity

This outdoor presentation takes audiences through the biblical story of Christ's birth using song and storytelling in a creative narration reminiscent of traditional nativity pastorals. A charming and lyrical performance, the Living Nativity is sure to remind audiences of the reason for the season and warm hearts along the way.

Kris Knutsen - Playwright

Kris is an actor/playwright based out of Seattle, WA. She graduated from Trinity Western University with a degree in theatre, and currently attends Hollins University in Roanoke, VA where she is studying toward her MFA in playwriting. An associated artist with Pacific Theatre in Vancouver, B.C., local audiences may have seen Knutsen in 'Honestly!', 'Last Train to Nibroc', or 'Shadowlands'. As playwright, audiences may have enjoyed 'The Ristretto Proposal', a smash hit commissioned by TWU's theatre department in 2005.

Rob Olguin - Director

Robert has recently relocated to BC from the Seattle, WA. He now lives in Vancouver with his wife, Kelsey, and daughter, Adeline. Rob has been busy acting, directing, and teaching and is honored by his involvement in The Spirit of Christmas. He graduated with a BA in acting from Trinity Western and recently received an MFA in acting from the University of Washington. Robert is thrilled to be working with this talented ensemble of TWU Theatre students in telling this wonderful story. He thanks his loving family for their constant grace and encouragement. Praise be to the Greatest Storyteller, and the Author and Perfecter of our faith.