‘Back From the Dead” finds unexpected, deeper impact with indoor performance
An All Souls Day offering of the drama inside the Basilica increased accessibility to the drama and its life-changing message
October 10-12, 17-19, 23-26
Indoor Performance: November 1st (All Saints Day) at 7:00pm
TICKETS AVAILABLE SEPT. 1ST
…And as you encounter the Dead, you’ll be forever changed!
On the Cemetery Walk, as a guide leads you through the dark by candlelight, saints and martyrs come to life and reflect upon the “Last Things”: death, judgment, heaven and hell. Like Saint Isaac Jogues, who will describe what the North American martyrs endured for the sake of Christ. Or St. Teresa of Avila, who will share her visions of hell.
You’ll also meet Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, who reveals how she found Jesus in the midst of suffering.
Through these encounters with saints and martyrs, you’ll discover what it means to be truly alive, both now and in the life to come.
This faith-filled walk is ideal for youth groups and families with older children (14+). Please send all inquiries to richard.sautter@setonshrine.org.
Dates: October 10-12, 17-19, 23-26
Times: 6:20-8:15pm, with a walk beginning every 10-15 minutes
Indoor Performance: November 1st (All Saints Day) at 7:00pm
Confessions will be available throughout the night.
Tickets: $10
What to Expect on the “Back From the Dead” Cemetery Walk:
- You will encounter actors portraying both historic and fictional figures.
- The walk lasts apprx 1 hour.
- In the event of inclement weather, all tickets will be refunded or rescheduled another night if there’s availability.
When you come, please check in at our Visitor Center, and consider making time to browse our gift shop, which will be open at that time.
Auditions for Back from the Dead will be held on the follow dates. Actors should be available for the majority of the show dates. Please see below for more info.
8/20, 6-8:30pm – At Mount St. Mary’s Seminary, O’Donnell lecture Hall
8/25 & 8/26, 6-8:30pm – At the Seton Shrine, check in at the front desk
8/27, 5-7pm – At Mount St. Mary’s University Welcome Center
The 2025 Back from the Dead Cemetery Walk at the Seton Shrine is upon us!
We are looking for volunteers!
Event Dates: October 10-12, 17-19, 23-26
Indoor Performance: November 1st (All Saints Day) at 7:00pm
Volunteer help needed:
- Guide Lead (monitor guides and connect guides with tour groups)
- Guides (lead group tour through the cemetery walk)
- Fire Pit Lead (Maintain fire pit throughout the night; visitor hospitality; and communicate group tour timeline)
- Fire Pit support (Assist with Fire Pit set up/clean up, visitor hospitality)
- Lantern Prep (maintain oil lanterns before nightly tours begin)
Attend the event for FREE while lending a helping hand. One hour of orientation will prepare you for your volunteer role!
Time commitment varies depending on the volunteer role.
As a volunteer you tell us when you are available.
NOTE: Volunteers must age 14 or above.
To sign up as a volunteer contact Penny Sims, Volunteer Coordinator at penny.sims@setonshrine.org or call 301-447-8017.
