Details

The true story about the legendary New York nightclub which promoted racial equality and progressive causes. From 1938 to 1947 Cafe Society played host to some of the finest musical talent of the 20th century, including Billie Holiday, Lena Horne, Sarah Vaughan, Count Basie and many others. Cafe Society Swing tells the story of the venue from its idealistic Left-wing beginnings in Depression-era America. It follows its thrilling musical journey through struggles and triumphs, to its eventual demise in the 'Red scare' hysteria of the late 1940s.

Cast/Performers

Vimala Rowe (vocals), Cherise Adams-Burnett (vocals), Ciyo Brown (vocals / guitar), Alex Webb (piano), Miles Danso (bass), Shane Forbes (drums), Winston Rollins (trombone), Jason Yarde (alto sax), Denys Baptiste (tenor sax / clarinet), Freddie Gavita (trumpet), Callum Au (trombone), Copasetic All Stars

Creatives/Company

Author: Alex Webb
Company: Copasetic Productions
Director(s): Simon Green, Alex Webb