The enigmatic, intense and vivid songs of the late Jacques Brel have extended far beyond their original reach, with this little known French-speaking Belgian continuing to inspire artists as varied as Nirvana and Olivia Newton John.
His brooding, theatrical and wonderfully nostalgic material is the source for Jacques Brel Is Alive And Well & Living In Paris, a cabaret tribute that, when premiered Off Broadway in 1968 delighted audiences with English translations of Brel's intelligent output and has since gone on to be enjoyed by audiences world wild in successful theatre and movie adaptations.
Now you can see for yourself the rare treat, presented in collaboration with 5th Avenue and ACT by Artistic Director David Armstrong. Including 25 songs, and promising some of Seattle's most talented performers, this revue-style production that includes the songs 'If you go away,' 'Seasons in the Sun,' 'Amsterdam' and many more, is a special evening for francophiles and musical fans alike.