“Living it Up” featuring the Mustard Seed Soul Band from the album Heart and Soul recorded and produced by Ross Gill

So last week’s blog was most succinct as we were filming the first two episodes of “Theophilus – The Musical” – “A Journey of Faith.”
So, you may well ask what is “Theophilus – The Musical – “A Journey of Faith.”? Well, we have taken from the full 2- hour stage production those conversations that Luke and Theophilus share which relate to some of the challenging issues that people face, especially those on a journey of faith. The two episodes that we filmed centred on “Will I go to heaven when I die?” and “How can a God of love allow all the suffering in the world.”
We are looking to fund the remaining 5 episodes which include “How can I receive forgiveness?” and “Will God protect me if I become a Christian?”
As in the staged concert, Luke was played by Edward Baker- Duly and Theophilus by Natasha Bain. They interacted wonderfully and brilliantly conveyed the dynamic between Luke the historian and physician and his patron, a woman of noble birth who had been given the honourable name of Theophilius.
Theophilus was the recipient of Luke’s Gospel, and Luke now wishes to share his second volume, “The Acts of the Apostles.” It is as the story of “Acts” unfolds that Theophilus is prompted to ask Luke challenging questions.
In addition to Edward and Natasha, Richard Mellion brilliantly portrayed Peter, singing a number of songs including “You are the Shepherd of my Soul” and “Just put your hand in the hand of God”.
Joffy Girling was, of course the Musical Director and again was invaluable. Ross and Kanah from the film studio were great – professional, accommodating, and good company.
Also, a very special mention for our Director, Casey Lloyd who held the whole thing together. He was incredible patient with me and made many wise suggestions re the script that allowed it to move on so much from the May staged concert- is now so much more real and accessible.
The edit is likely to take two weeks – I can’t wait to share it with you.

Quote of the week

Willam James