Details

The play, set in Austria towards the end of Schubert's young life (he died at 31), is a celebration of his achievements and friendships. Using contemporary language and allusions, Burnside presents a compelling and often funny snapshot of Schubert, his friendships, intrigues, gossip, drinking, hangovers, dancing and sausage parties, woven seamlessly with Schubert's unforgettable songs, performed live on stage throughout the play.

Cast/Performers

Edward Liddall (Franz Schubert), Matthew Palmer (Josef von Spaun), Jonathan Hyde (Franz von Schober), Pierre Riley (Anselm Huttenbrenner), Adam Sullivan (Johann Mayrhofer), Thomas Isherwood (Moritz von Schwind), Jessica Dandy (Gisela), Bianca Andrew (Lotte), Judy Brown (Silke), Ines Lorans (Karoline Esterhazy, Adrian Thompson (Johann Michael Vogl)

Creatives/Company

Author: Iain Burnside
Presented by: Guildhall School
Director(s): Iain Burnside, Victoria Newlyn (movement)
Design(s): Aaron Marsden, Catherine Morgan
Lighting: Charlie Morgan Jones