DIVINE FIRE - the story of Fryderyk Chopin and George Sand in music and words

Name: DIVINE FIRE - the story of Fryderyk Chopin and George Sand in music and words
Start: 2025-06-25T19:30:00+01:00
Location: 1901 Arts Club

Schedule

Wed, 25 Jun, 2025 at 07:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

1901 Arts Club | London, EN

VIV McLEAN piano
SUSAN PORRETT writer/narrator
Performed by Viv McLean (piano) and Susan Porrett (narrator) and featuring some of Chopin’s loveliest piano works, Divine Fire traces the relationship between Fryderyk Chopin and the authoress George Sand, from their first meeting in Paris in 1836 until their parting in 1849.
The story unfolds through a compelling, dramatic narration of events by the RSC, National Theatre and TV actress Susan Porrett, interspersed with fiery Scherzos, heartrending Ballades, intimate lyrical Nocturnes and stirring Polonaises, performed by acclaimed concert pianist Viv McLean.
Proudly presented by 7 Star Arts supporting the ENO Benevolent Fund
Doors: 6.30pm
Concert: 7.30pm (75 min, no interval)
Plus post-concert Q&A
Full event details > https://www.1901artsclub.com/25-jun-2025-divine-fire.html