Jail Break is a musical composed by the renowned Birmingham-based songwriter, Roger Jones. The musical was written specially for the centenary of Birmingham Diocese and will have its world premiere in the Adrian Boult Hall on October 1st 2005.

Following the premiere the cast will the tour the UK – the final date for the tour is July 22nd 2006 at the Symphony Hall in Birmingham. The cast includes soloists, dancers, actors and a choir. The musical is made up of 14 songs and is based on the story of Paul and Silas in Philippi.

The Rt Revd Dr John Sentamu said: “This story of people, disciples of Jesus, following where the spirit of God leads them, is our story as a church, as individuals and as a diocese. This year Birmingham Diocese is celebrating its centenary, a milestone in the same journey of discovery, obedience and joyfulness.

As this musical is performed across the diocese and the wider church I know it will encourage all who hear it to join the great dance of life, with a song in their heart, drawing inspiration from the Holy Spirit, Paul and Silas and the great cloud of witnesses who lead us on our journey.”

NOTES ON COMPOSER  ROGER JONES

- born & educated in Birmingham
- studied at Birmingham Conservatoire (Birmingham School of Music)
- taught as Head of Music and Head of Lower School at Aston Manor School, Birmingham
- Lay Reader & Organist at Christ Church, Burney Lane
- Director of Christian Music Ministries
- Jail Break is his 18th Musical
- see more at www.cmm.org.uk

TIMETABLE FOR THE MUSICAL

- Dance Auditions - 26 Feb
- Choral Recording at Christ Church Burney Lane - 16 Apr (open to all)
- Publication of Music Book & CD - 21 May- Choir Rehearsals start week beginning 6 June 2006 (Mondays in Harborne, Tuesdays in Ward End, Thursdays in Barnt Green)
- World Premiere - 1/2 October
- Touring UK - Oct 5, Mar/Apr 6, Jun/Jul 6
- Massed Choirs Finale - Sat 22 July 2006 - Symphony Hall, Birmingham