Mozart's Back

Rainer Hersche’s recreation of the life of Mozart is a rich blend of music, comedy and theatre. He is joined on stage by two multi-talented ladies who sing delightfully and play cello and piano. They also act out the parts of the various women in Mozart’s life.

After a musical duet by the two ladies to prepare the audience, Mozart makes his grand entrance. Rainer Hersch takes confident control of the stage. His material and delivery are strong and powerful. Mozart’s distaste for those ‘expert ‘ biographers who have written millions of words chronicling his life soon becomes evident and this is why he has returned to put the record straight. His take on modern life is hilarious, particularly mobile ring tones. Naturally there is musical humour with the aid of the clavier.

Mozart’s life from infant prodigy to death is outlined in word and song, all three performers working beautifully together. Mozart’s Back is a production of real quality and style sustained all the way through. It should have a wider appeal than simply to lovers of Mozart’s music. On leaving the auditorium there is no doubt in my mind that the audience were well satisfied with what they had experienced.

*****

Venue & Venue number

Assembly Supper Room V3

Dates

4 to 28 August 2006 (not 14,21)

Times

15.40 to 16.45

Company

Rainer Hersch

Fringe Programme page number; 57