Details

Glorious is the true story of the eccentric American, Florence Foster Jenkins, otherwise known as the 'socialite soprano'. During the Thirties and Forties, the somewhat delusional singer made a career out of doing concerts, although she couldn't hit a single note. The 'dire diva of din' recorded many records and perhaps her most famous recording was of Mozart's Queen of the Night aria. After doing a series of private concerts at the Ritz Carlton in New York the singer braved Carnegie Hall, which sold out months in advance. Glorious! website.

Cast/Performers

Maureen Lipman (Florence Foster Jenkins), Barrie Ingham, Josie Kidd, Lolly Susi, Janie Booth, William Oxborrow

Creatives/Company

Author: Peter Quilter
Producer(s): Michael Codron, Lee Dean (by arrangement with Birmingham Rep)
Director: Alan Strachan