The Prodigal Son Musical
Music and Script by Andres Paredes a Peruvian Composer. Collen McKnight directed the production and Daniel Tuutau played the part of the son and besides being the main soloist also directed the choir. At the last minute we had the privileged of being joined by Cactus Jack a well known vocalist from Australia. If you missed the Stake Production you can view it on youtube at the link below.
The Salt Lake Pioneer Stake of Zion Presented the production "The Prodigal Son Musical"
This production was put on by members of the LDS/Mormon Pioneer Stake with volunteer cast, crew, choir and dancers. The budget was very limited so we did not have money for a professional sound system or lighting. We had members of the church donate their time to build a stage extension which you can see in the Musical. Brother Harris and his family did most of the work on the Stage. He has one of his sons service a full time mission for the Church. These 18 year old boys and Sisters (a bit older) go on missions, pay for their missions, take time out of their education and work to serve the Lord for 18 months to 2 years.
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Link to the performance http://youtu.be/YCQAU34LIeY