A GROUP has been set up to support and help promote a centuries-old theatrical tradition.

The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust will be launched at a special event at York’s De Grey Rooms on March 11, and aims to help raise funds and support for the plays, to ensure a large-scale production is staged on a regular basis.

The launch will be attended by the trust committee, many of whom were involved in the 2012 production.

For more information, go to ympsupporters.org