An Exquisite Harmony
Sun 23 Mar 2025 7:30 PM - 9:45 PM
Great Green Barn Theatre, GU5 0SX
Description
LIVE THEATRE
"Will live long in the memory” "Brilliant - a magnificent triumph"
Audience comments
The Lives, Loves and Music of
Robert & Clara Schumann & Johannes Brahms
Written & Directed by Christopher Kent
With Christopher Kent, Sarah Sherborne,
& Gamal Khamis
"Truly memorable and deeply moving" "Wonderfully life and love-affirming"
Audience comments
When composer Robert Schumann tried to commit suicide in 1854 and was subsequently committed to an asylum, his wife Clara, celebrated across Europe as a virtuoso concert pianist, was left at home with their six young children. The young Johannes Brahms had just been introduced to the family and rushed to offer his support to Clara. What happened next has been the subject of speculation ever since. Clara was later to describe their relationship as “an exquisite harmony of souls”.
In the latest of their acclaimed collaborations, actor Christopher Kent and classical pianist Gamal Khamis are joined by actress Sarah Sherborne for the compelling and moving story of one of music’s great love triangles, told through the diaries, letters and sublime music of all three composers.
Following the performance and interval, Vanessa Ford will interview Christopher, Sarah and Gamal about how this fascinating piece came about, and performing this fabulous play.
DETAILS
Venue: Great Green Barn Theatre, Upper House Lane (Run Common Road end), Shamley Green, GU5 0SX
Date & Time: Sunday 24 November, 7.30pm
Price*: £24, Concessions £22, Restricted View £16 (plus £1 GGB Restoration Fee*)
Performance Length: 2 Hours 35 Mins including 30 minute interval
Parking: Limited on site across the road at For Earth's Sake. Please consider car sharing where possible.
Location
Great Green Barn Theatre, GU5 0SX