Category - liverpool nativity

BBC to screen political Nativity story

staff writers — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 10:46:28 +0000

The political dimension of the Nativity story, drawing on the themes of immigration and asylum, is to be screened by the BBC in the run up to Christmas.

Bishop mad for Manchester Passion

staff writers — Wed, 19 Apr 2006 12:00:00 +0100

The BBC's production of the Manchester Passion, featuring the dramatisation of the last hours of the life of Christ with the lyrics of bands such as Oasis, the Happy Mondays, and The Smiths, gave Easter a huge boost according to the Bishop of Manchester.

Alternative Jesus play to feature Oasis, Smiths and Happy Mondays

staff writers — Fri, 27 Jan 2006 12:00:00 +0000

An alternative Passion this Easter in which pop performers will dramatise the last hours of the life of Christ with the misery-laden lyrics of bands from Oasis to The Smiths, is being produced by the BBC.