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‘Catching the Light’
Part music gig, part memoir – discovering another side of Clive James
Beyond his wise-cracking on-screen persona, Clive James was a serious writer and an accomplished lyricist. With composer Pete Atkin, he created songs that are romantic, funny, human and acutely observed.
Catching the Light: Studio Trailer:
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Kiwi-born singer Tim Benton performs a personal selection of Clive James and Peter Atkin songs with a warm, lived-in baritone, accompanied by leading musical director Simon Wallace. Simon’s jazz-tinged arrangements give the show its distinctive sound, while his long association with Pete Atkin brings a particular understanding of the repertoire.
Between songs, Tim traces Clive’s journey from Australian “kid from Kogarah” to celebrated broadcaster, poet and essayist.
First performed at Greenwich Theatre, London, ‘Catching the Light‘ brings this more thoughtful, reflective side of Clive James to life in an intimate, story-led performance. Through lyrics of love, character studies and bittersweet reflections on life and ambition, the show reveals a remarkable writer with an unmatched gift for “turning a phrase until it catches the light.”
“Songs that are funny, sad, beautiful and true.” — Stephen Fry
Trailer for Catching the Light:
Compact and self-contained, Catching the Light is ideal for arts centres, cabaret rooms, small theatres, libraries, literary festivals and private events — anywhere audiences enjoy thoughtful, characterful songs in an intimate setting.
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