Details

The play, set in Austria towards the end of Schubert's young life (he died at 31), is a celebration of his achievements and friendships. Using contemporary language and allusions, Burnside presents a compelling and often funny snapshot of Schubert, his friendships, intrigues, gossip, drinking, hangovers, dancing and sausage parties, woven seamlessly with Schubert's unforgettable songs, performed live on stage throughout the play. This music theatre piece is the latest in a series of shows developed by Iain Burnside with the Guildhall School. Schubert's circle of friends in Vienna included more writers and artists than musicians. His songs are inextricably connected both to these friendships and the city where they flourished. In WHY DOES THE QUEEN DIE? Iain Burnside unravels these connections through his trademark combination of music and drama.

Cast/Performers

Edward Liddall (Schubert), Piran Legg (Schober), Joseph Padfield (Spaun), Adrian Thompson (Vogl)

Creatives/Company

Author: Iain Burnside
Presented by: Guildhall School of Music and Drama (as part of the 2014 Lieder Festival)

Why Does the Queen Die?

Why Does the Queen Die? (Play) production archive for QTIX code T0767293708. Details of all Why Does the Queen Die? archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S1121777055

Archive Listings

15 Oct 14
to
17 Oct 14

Keble O'Reilly Theatre
Oxford, Oxfordshire
Performance Details => Venue archive

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