Prodigal Son, The
Classification added June 7, 2016Premiered June 10, 1968
Suffolk, England. Orford Church
Composer:
Benjamin Britten
Original Language:
English & Latin
Librettist:
William Plomer
Description:
Parable in One Act
Time Period:
Biblical Times
Place:
Biblical Place
Classification key
- L – Leading
- F – Featured
- S – Supporting
- B – Solo Bit
- CB – Chorus Bit
- MB – Mute Bit
| Role | Voice Part | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Abbot & Tempter | Tenor | L |
| Younger Son | Tenor | L |
| Father | Bass-Baritone | L |
| Elder Son | Baritone | F |
| Servants, Parasites and Beggars | 3 Tenors | S |
| 3 Baritones | S | |
| 2 Basses | S | |
| Young Servants and Distant Voices | 5 Trebles | B |
Minimum Chorus: No chorus