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The Masonic ritual is an elaborate production that no one outside the lodge can see. And yet Masons commit to putting on the best show.

The Performance: The Masonic Ritual Takes Center Stage

The Masonic ritual is an elaborate production seen by only a select few. And yet Masons are committed to putting on the best show possible.

The Spirit of Hiram, a Masonic play that's been put on for nearly a century by the Pasadena Scottish Rite. The play is a dramatization of the third degree of Masonry.

Photo Essay: The Stagecraft of a Masonic Play

Go behind the scenes at a performance of The Spirit of Hiram, a Masonic play put on by the Pasadena Scottish Rite.

The Masonic ritual is deeply emotional, says theater scholar Pannill Camp. Why? Because, as in theater, that's what the audience wants.

To Understand Masonic Drama, Look to the Stage

The Masonic ritual is deeply emotional, says theater scholar Pannill Camp. Why? Because, as in theater, that's what the audience wants.

Chay Wright, musician and member of Beverly Hills No. 528

Chay Wright: Soundtrack of a Life

In music and in Masonry, Chay Wright owes his life’s passions to his grandfather.

John Gaddis, a past master of Long Beach No. 327 and technical director of South Coast Repertory, brings the theater to life.

John Gaddis: The Man Behind the Curtain

John Gaddis, a past master of Long Beach No. 327 and technical director of South Coast Repertory, brings the theater to life.

Erwin Stone, Hollywood film, TV, and commercial actor, and a member of Long Beach No. 327

Erwin Stone: Roles of a Lifetime

In film and TV, Erwin Stone has played all kinds of characters. Perhaps none is more important than the one he assumes in lodge.

California Freemason: The Old College Try

A New Berkeley Masonic Lodge Is Giving it the Old College Try

In Berkeley, a new group is reviving an old-school idea.

A new program from the California Masonic Foundation is introducing students to careers in green tech by partnering with Cal EPIC, formerly the California Mobility Hub.

California Masons Team with Cal EPIC to Power Green Careers

A new program from the California Masonic Foundation is introducing students to careers in green tech by partnering with Cal EPIC, formerly the California Mobility Hub.

Meet Ian Sayer, a member of Magnolia Park No. 618, helping high school students recover emotionally from the L.A. wildfires.

Member Profile: Ian Sayer

Meet Ian Sayer, a member of Magnolia Park No. 618, helping high school students recover emotionally from the L.A. wildfires.

Prince Hall Masons from around the U.S. gather to recognize the 60th anniversary of the crossing of the Selma Bridge, a seminal event in the Civil Rights era.

In Selma, Following in the Footsteps of Masons Before Them

A Masonic delegation retraces historic footsteps.

Cicero Research Lodge is comprised entirely of past grand orators—meaning this is a lodge with the gift of gab.

At Cicero Research Lodge, They’re All Grand Orators

Cicero Research Lodge is comprised entirely of past grand orators—meaning this is a lodge with the gift of gab.

At the Masonic Family Park in Washington State, a Masonic campsite is a respite for the fraternal sojourner.

In the PNW, a Masonic Campsite as American Idyll

At the Masonic Family Park in Washington State, a Masonic campsite is a respite for the fraternal sojourner.

After a move to Union City, the Masonic Center for Youth and Families finds its place within the Masonic Homes.

At the New MCYAF Headquarters, a Home for Healing

After a move to Union City, the Masonic Center for Youth and Families finds its place within the Masonic Homes.

A new exhibition in San Diego spotlights Negro League pioneers, thanks to a gift from the Masons of California.

With New Breaking Barriers Exhibition, Baseball History Comes Alive

A new exhibition in San Diego spotlights Negro League pioneers, thanks to a gift from the Masons of California.

Travelodge: Paradise Park Masonic Club
Travelodge: Paradise Park Masonic Club
Member Profile: The King Pin
Member Profile: The King Pin
Lodge Profile: Table Mountain No. 124
Lodge Profile: Table Mountain No. 124