Robeson Revisited
An Evening with Sir Willard White
Sir Willard White baritone
Neal Thornton piano, Richard Bolton guitar
Sunday 6 March, 7.30pm
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford
Tickets: £22, £24.50
Tickets only available from Yvonne Arnaud’s Box Office: 01483 440000
or online at www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
“It takes a larger-than-life figure to begin to pay homage to Paul Robeson... Willard White has charisma and vocal power to spare…” The Times
Charismatic bass-baritone Sir Willard White takes on the mantle of the legendary Paul Robeson as he explores the repertoire and moving life story of this eminent singer and civil rights activist in a programme including Negro spirituals, British folk songs and classic early jazz songs. Sir Willard White is known for his imposing stage presence as well as his versatility and sensitivity as a performer, and he comes to the Festival prior to performing for a season at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden.
About Guildford International Music Festival
Guildford International Music Festival is a non-profit making enterprise, organised and promoted by the University of Surrey in collaboration with Guildford Borough Council.
Festival Artistic Director: Pauline Johnson
Festival Committee Chairman: Councillor Jennifer Powell
Festival Executive Director: Patricia Grayburn
For further information, please contact the Festival Director.
Presented by Guildford Borough Council and The University of Surrey Department of Music and Sound Recording and Arts Office.
