Details

Fa?ade was heard in its earliest version in 1923 with the poet of its extraordinary texts, Edith Sitwell, as the narrator. Short and highly contrasted numbers bring together off-beat musical style and verbal rhythm and imagery - the 'Popular Song' and 'Polka' have become particular well-known favourites. A grand opening night to the season brings Walton's widow Susana and well-known broadcaster Richard Baker to recite the ever-popular entertainment Facade with instrumentalists from the prestigious Purcell School in Bushey. Programme also includes Adam Gorb's Betjeman settings Hymns Uproarious and two new works.

Cast/Performers

Susana Walton, Richard Baker

Creatives/Company

Lyrics: Edith Sitwell
Music: Walton

Facade - William Walton Centenary Series

Facade - William Walton Centenary Series (Concert) production archive for QTIX code T1179673397. Details of all Facade - William Walton Centenary Series archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S196

Archive Listings

30 Sep 02

The Library Theatre
Luton, Bedfordshire
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