Brassard, a (French-speaking) native of Quebec City, Canada, has been a New Yorker since 1982, and continues building his career on stage, television and film. A talented singer, graceful dancer and mime and natural raconteur, he has performed on numerous Manhattan stages with artists such as Steve Ross, Karen Kohler, K.T.Sullivan, Micheline van Hautem, Bob Cuccioli and Natascia Diaz. Jean was nominated for a MAC Award as Best Male Vocalist Debut. Jean Brassard website.The Kid form Paris - Jean Brassard Sings Yves Montand - T593007955Yves Montand was one of France's most original stars and a leading interpreter of French chansons. In The Kid from Paris, co-written and aptly directed by David Krueger, Brassard presents in French and English, an eclectic selection from Montand's repertoire spanning an international 50-year career on stage and film. Brassard's solo tribute deftly weaves together songs, theatre vignettes and a vivid narrative of the beloved French icon's life, loves, passions and politics. Co-written with Brassard's partner David Krueger, ?The Kid from Paris' informs, moves, seduces and celebrates on many levels; Krueger directs and Brassard holds centre stage with the able backing of his musical trio.Performer Leigh Thompson (piano). | |
| 18 Jun 13 to 22 Jun 13 | Crazy Coqs Cabaret, Inner London :: V01613972150 listing details L1173166045 |
