Name: Swing That Music
Start: 2025-02-08T19:30:00
Location: Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds

As the year draws to a close and a new one begins, Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds has curated a lineup of captivating events that promise to entertain and inspire audiences of all ages. From the enchanting retelling of 'Aladdin' to the jazzy vibes of 'Swing That Music,' and from holiday cheer with 'Santa’s Red Nose Rescue' to the poetic musings of Luke Wright in 'Joy,' this season is brimming with artistic excellence. Each event offers a unique blend of storytelling, music, and performance, ensuring a memorable experience for every theatergoer.

Unforgettable Experiences Await at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds

Prepare to be captivated by an eclectic mix of performances at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds. From thrilling adventures and iconic musical tributes to thought-provoking poetry and improvisational comedy, this season promises an array of engaging experiences. Highlights include a high-energy Queen tribute, an explorative poetic journey with Luke Wright, and a swing jazz extravaganza by Down for the Count. Let's delve into the unique offerings that await local and visiting audiences alike.

Unveiling Theatrical Wonders: A Journey Through Diverse Performances at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds

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Join the UK’s hardest swinging band Down for the Count All-Stars for “one hellova celebration of vintage music” (TimeOut London) – it’s time to Swing That Music! Described as “a breath of fresh air on the swing scene”, Down for the Count are regularly found in jazz clubs across the UK and abroad (Ronnie Scott’s London, Le Caveau de la Huchette Paris), at festivals including London Jazz Festival, and on BBC Radio. Now they are bringing the sounds and feels of the best jazz clubs to theatres around the country – with an electrifying show full of incredible energy, musicianship, and their own signature wry wit and humour. You’ll hear instrumental songs from the likes of Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Glenn Miller, and vocal classics from singers such as Nat ‘King’ Cole, Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald, all presented with Down for the Count’s own unmistakable witticisms. Down for the Count recreate classic tunes from the Swing Era, but this is no mere nostalgia trip – the band perform each song in their own unmistakeable style, breathing new life into the best vintage music. Combine that with the band’s top class instrumental solos, sublime vocal performances, and irresistible humour and joie de vivre, and you get a show that will leave you feeling uplifted and wanting more.

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