Friday night we went down to Albert Square to join the crowd for the BBC's Manchester Passion. The idea behind this show was that it would retell the story of the last few hours of Jesus' life using the music of famous Manchester bands. Although the main stages were in Albert Square - outside the Town Hall, the story took place all over the city, with scenes happening in different places at different times, all broadcast live. It's the kind of thing that could so easily have been a disaster. It could've been cheesy, it could've rained, it could've had dick-heads sticking two fingers up in the background. But I have to say Aunty Beeb pulled a blinder - an absolute success. It's a shining example of the value of the BBC, and that when it works it can brave, risk-taking and innovative.
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