FROM the producers that brought you the hugely successful Here’s To You – The Simon & Garfunkel Songbook comes this year’s magical musical offering: Up On The Roof – The Carole King Songbook, from 5 – 21 October at Theatre On The Bay.
This production promises to be an unforgettable tribute show dedicated to the timeless music of the legendary singer-songwriter. Renowned for her extraordinary contributions to the music industry, Carole King has left an indelible mark with her iconic compositions such as You Make Me Feel Like A Natural Woman, I Feel The Earth Move, You’ve Got A Friend, and many more. This captivating musical journey through King’s repertoire will bring these beloved songs and many more to life by a cast of six multi-talented female performers including Ashley Butcher (bass, guitar, ukulele), Louise Duhain (piano/keyboards), Angelica Hattingh (guitar), Sanli Jooste (cello), Neo Motaung (percussion) and Tiisetso Sefatsa (percussion).
“With new arrangements of timeless folk and pop melodies the performers create a lively and intimate atmosphere that reminds us of those unforgettable nights we have spent with friends, making music and telling stories throughout the night until the sun came up”, says Jaco Van Rensburg, VR Theatrical. Throughout the performance, interactive moments will invite the audience to sing along, creating a collective celebration of music and connection. Director Elizma Badenhorst says, “This resonates deeply with Carole King’s belief in the power of music to bring people together, and uplift the human spirit.”
Up On The Roof – The Carole King Songbook is more than just a tribute show; it is a homage to an iconic artist whose music has become the soundtrack of some of our most treasured memories, and it is a reminder that music connects us all, and that we have more in common with one another than what we might think. It is on at Theatre On The Bay for a limited season from 5 October, before transferring to Pieter Toerien’s Montecasino Main Theatre from 1 – 26 November, 2023.
- Bookings through Webtickets or (021) 438-3301.
- Duration: Approx 2 hours, inclusive of a 20 minute interval.
- Age restriction: none.
