The Life of George Gershwin in Music & Words
Viv McLean piano
Susan Porrett narrator
Tickets £25
We are delighted to present our hugely popular words and music production Classic Gershwin in the intimate surroundings of Café Yukari as part of our ICONOCLASSICS series.
‘Classic Gershwin’ weaves the vibrant music of the ever-popular composer George Gershwin with his fascinating life story from birth in the colourful, teeming New York of 1898 to his tragically early death in 1937.
With prize-winning pianist and renowned Gershwin interpreter Viv McLean and RSC, National Theatre and TV actress Susan Porrett as narrator, this mixed-genre concert presents an intriguing, eclectic mix of Gershwin’s music from the much-loved Rhapsody in Blue, I got Rhythm Variations, The Man I Love and Swanee to the rarely-played classical Three Preludes.
NB – very small venue, early booking recommended for this popular show
“a glorious and intriguing celebration of Gershwin’s life and work”
– ArtMuseLondon.com
Café Yukari is an intimate, friendly venue close to Kew Gardens tube station. Concert-goers enjoy high-quality classical music in a convivial setting and a chance to mingle with other music lovers and meet the artists. Plus authentic Japanese food and a beautiful Fazioli grand piano!
Concert-goers can enjoy authentic Japanese food before the concert – please book via the venue 020 8487 1338
Praise for 7 Star Arts at Cafe Yukari:
“a truly uplifting evening- beautiful music and delicious food”
“What a charming experience …to listen to first-class music and eat delicious food while outside, beyond the fairy lights, commuters pour out of Kew Gardens Station”
