No. Seating is general admission. A ticket is required for entry, and each show is limited to 128 guests.

When purchasing tickets, the checkout page may display a table layout. This is only a visual way to show the number of tickets in your order — it does not represent reserved seating.

All seating is first-come, first-served, so we recommend arriving early if you have a preferred area.

Parental discretion is advised for children under 8+.

This production is best suited for teens and adults.

While there is no profanity, sexual content, or graphic gore, the show contains several scenes that may be emotionally intense for younger viewers. The story includes:

Intense / Frightening Moments

A dramatic sequence depicting the 10th plague (the death of the firstborn), including loud crying and mourning onstage. This moment is designed to feel heavy and frightening, even though it is not visually graphic.

A scene where the audience hears an anguished wail from an Egyptian mother (off-stage / theatrical style), emphasizing grief and loss.

Grief and Loss Themes

A major emotional storyline involving a married couple grieving the loss of a family member. This includes direct dialogue and a song focused on grief, faith, and unanswered questions.

Violence (Stylized, Not Graphic)

Scenes depicting the arrest of Jesus, including a moment where a disciple draws a sword and cuts off a soldier’s ear (the ear is restored immediately).

A depiction of Jesus’ trial and crucifixion, including shouting crowds, a crown of thorns, and strong “mob” energy. The staging is intense, but not gore-heavy.

Self-Harm / Suicide

A brief theatrical depiction of Judas’ remorse over betraying Jesus, shown in a stylized way (not prolonged, and not graphic).

Recommended Age

Because of the themes above, we recommend this production for ages 8+, with parental discretion for younger viewers.

Yes and No.

Yes. Elements of the Passover meal and the Lord's Supper are incorporated into the experience.

No. There is no "Dinner" meal. Only small traditional seder and Lord's Supper elements, such as Matzah, bitter herbs, and grape juice.

“Why This Night” is not a traditional Jewish Seder service.

It is a theatrical production inspired by the structure and symbolism of the Passover Seder, presented through a Christian lens that connects the Exodus story to the Last Supper and crucifixion of Jesus.

The evening is designed as an immersive storytelling experience — not as a formal religious observance.

That being said, the writers and creative team behind the show do themselves participate in yearly Messianic Passover Seders with their family and community. Thus the show does take a faithful approach to its adaptation of the Seder. And is designed to be an interactive event where the audience participates in the Seder elements throughout the show.

Doors open 45 minutes before showtime. We encourage guests to arrive early to allow time for seating and to fully enter into the atmosphere of the evening.

Yes — but participation is always voluntary.

There are moments where the audience is invited to join in songs, blessings, and reflection. Communion and Seder elements are also offered as part of the experience. Guests are never required to participate.

This production includes:

1. The 10th plague and themes of divine judgment. Depictions of grief and child loss

3. Stylized crucifixion imagery

4. Emotional dialogue surrounding faith, suffering, and doubt

5. A brief depiction of Judas' remorse over betraying Jesus

All scenes are presented in a theatrical and reverent manner, but some moments may be emotionally intense.

The full venue address is listed on your ticket confirmation and confirmation email. If you need assistance locating the venue, please contact us directly.

Eastwood Church - fellowship building

4300 Ooltewah Ringgold Rd, Collegedale, TN 37363

The show runs approximately 2 hours, including a brief intermission about halfway through.

No. “Why This Night” is not presented as a denominational service.

It is a theatrical production rooted in the biblical narrative of Passover and Good Friday, created to be meaningful for a wide range of Christian audiences.

Yes. Communion is included as a moment within the experience.

Participation is always optional, and guests are welcome to observe without taking part.

This production is best suited for teens and adults.

While there is no profanity, sexual content, or graphic gore, the show includes emotionally intense themes such as grief, child loss, betrayal, crucifixion, and a brief depiction of suicide.

We recommend the show for ages 8+, with parental discretion for younger viewers.

Yes — but they are stylized and presented in a theatrical, non-graphic way.

The show includes scenes depicting:

1. The 10th plague (death of the firstborn)

2. Jesus’ arrest and trial

3. The crucifixion

4. A brief depiction of Judas’ death

“Why This Night” is written from a Christian faith perspective, connecting the Passover story to the Last Supper and the crucifixion of Jesus.

It is a reverent, scripture-based production centered on the themes of redemption, deliverance, and remembrance.