|
|
About Lady Georgianna
 |
Our presentation is
simple. 18th century theatre songs --songs that would have been
sung in the Pleasure Gardens of Ranelagh and Vauxhall, as well
as Covent Garden; the hit songs of the day, with all the wit
that went with them. Some songs are actually by some well known
people like Dr Boyce, Dr Arne, and Dr Haydn, but there are also
songs people guys you've never heard of who obviously knew how
to capitalise on the love of theatre and entertainment.
Jokes and double
entendres, veiled references to nymphs and swains, patriotic
songs that drink the health of Britain and roast beef, and more,
alongside sentimental love songs and sailor songs for tars. A
bit of congenial audience flirtation works particularly well in
a cabaret format, although a theatre set up might also work. We
do throw in some 21st century props, but it's backed up by good
solid music and a sense of humour. |
The performers are females wearing period costume, fronted by singer Allegra [Abi
Seabrook,] supported by Signora Storace [Micaela Schmitz], harpsichord. The ladies will do a bit
of interacting and some funny rhymes and readings, from the period, and
Abi will alternately take the roles of coquettish female, lusty sailor,
and aged old codger. It's a riot!
To Lady Georgianna's Web Page
and blog
(external site)
Email
Tel. 07940 215554/ 07742 585519 or 07762 872880 |