A lively new interpretation of the story of the Prodigal Son, who leaves his family to enjoy the wild lifestyle of the city, spending all his money on drinking and gambling until he becomes a down-and-out. Realising the error ofhis ways, he returns to his forgiving father and brothers who celebrate by having an ‘extra Bank Holiday’ and a barbecue for all their friends and neighbours. A great cantata for any time of year.