Rainey's Revue
Schedule
Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
The Acorn Theatre, Parade St, TR18 4BU Penzance, United Kingdom | Penzance, EN
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A night in Harlem with Rainey’s Revue featuring classic songs from the singer dubbed ‘The Mother of The Blues' – Ma Rainey - and capturing the true jazz essence of the music from the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s. Led by the renowned RICHARD EXALL (The Glen Miller Orchestra UK, The Pasadena Roof Orchestra) on tenor sax and clarinet, in collaboration with Musical Director, DOM BARNETT on piano, the music performed by Rainey’s Revue has been arranged to feature some of the classic songs by the singer dubbed ‘The Mother of The Blues' – Ma Rainey - whilst capturing the true jazz essence of the music from the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s. The established rhythm section featuring drum legend, SAM KELLY (Chaka Khan, Ben E King, Ruby Turner) and noted big band double-bassist, MARIANNE WINDHAM (Jazz Promoter and Chair of both Guildford Jazz and Fleet Jazz Clubs) on double-bass, set the foundation for an entertaining, crowd-pleasing musical experience. Complimenting this swinging ensemble are the powerful, captivating vocals of Chrissie Myles (multi-Platinum selling band, Bastille) together with jazz singer, actress and show narrator, Emily Windham, whose voices will transport you to the jazz clubs of yesteryears...
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Where is it happening?
The Acorn Theatre, Parade St, TR18 4BU Penzance, United Kingdom, The Acorn, Parade Street, Penzance, TR18 4, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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