Alan Riach’s libretto of the The Prodigal Child set to music by Michael Williams. The story concerns the lives of Anna, Mary, and Albert, each character in a crisis and fostering an increasingly pessimistic outlook on life. As connections reveal themselves, the characters are able to confront life with newfoud hope. The Prodigal Child was first realised as part of the Wild Opera project, and has since received numerous performances.

Music

The Prodigal Child	Michael Williams	59' 33"
a chamber opera
Samples Recording (468k) 0:53 - 1:53 from 'The singing of those who have gone' © Atoll CDs You need a Flash plugin to view this player
Performed Joannne Cole-Rosser (mezzo soprano), Stephanie Acraman (soprano), Paul Whelan (baritone) and the Ogen Plus Quintet at the Gallagher Concert Chamber WEL Energy Trust Acadamy of Performing Arts in February 2005

Publishers

• Atoll CDs