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Fringe Review: David Benson Sings Noel Coward

There is only one problem with this terrific evening...

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By Guy Roberts
Mon 25th May, 2009
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David Benson Sings Noel Coward @ Kostel Sv. Jana Křtitele na Prádle

There is only one problem with this terrific evening with the supremely talented and charming David Benson and Noel Coward – the venue. While lovely and atmospheric (and no doubt Coward himself would love the idea of his words being sung in a House of God), Kostel Sv. Jana Křtitele na Prádle is acoustically a nightmare for music that depends on crisp consonants and luxurious vowels. However Benson and his excellent pianist Stewart Nicholls, overcome this limitation with a sharp attention to articulation and an easy-going natural panache that is perfectly suited to that breezy Coward style. Highlights of the musical adventure include anytime Benson lets lose with his full-throated open sound and in particular songs “Mrs. Worthington”, “Mad About the Boy”, and “If Love Were All” as well as a special section featuring Benson’s tribute to Coward’s patriotism commissioned by the BBC. A rewarding experience courtesy a gifted performer reminding us the of world-class talent that is Noel Coward.







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Running Friday 22nd through Sunday the 30th performers from across the globe are set to delight festival-goers with an eclectic mix of theatre, cabaret, and music. Acts from as far a field as Australia, Canada, Scotland, Norway and Israel will set up camp in the Festival's 7 unique venues.

TICKETS

Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at Divadlo Na Prádle, online from Ticketsteam, or at the performance venue starting 45 min before the performances that day.

Cost: 150 CZK | 50 CZK for students TIP: Fringe vouchers (available from Ticketstream) are a special offer of 5 shows for the price of 4.
Article added on Mon 25th May, 2009

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