You’re invited to dance the night away at The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady at Brighton Dome Corn Exchange (16 & 17 May). Step into this unique, immersive performance of Charles Mingus’ 1963 masterpiece, staged by award-winning performance company Clod Ensemble and world-class 12-piece band Nu Civilisation Orchestra.
Celebrate the sensuality and power of jazz
Originally recorded in 1963 by an eleven-piece band, The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady weaves a versatile and captivating musical tapestry, blending elements of jazz, folk-dance and classical music, alongside Spanish and African influences. Dynamic and fiery, the album is widely regarded as one of the greatest jazz records of all time. Bringing it to life are Nu Civilisation Orchestra, a cutting-edge musical ensemble who have performed multiple iconic albums including Duke Ellington’s A Tone Parallel to Harlem, Joni Mitchell’s Hejira and Marvin Gaye’s What’s Going On.
Dance the night away
Alongside its wide variety of musical influences, The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady is also inspired by dance and is partly written as a jazz ballet. Taking the stage alongside the band are acclaimed performance company Clod Ensemble, bringing the dance elements of the record to life through exuberant and joyful movement.
Make the night your own
This special, live experience puts you at the heart of the action in the versatile Brighton Dome Corn Exchange. Lose yourself in the music, get up and dance or take a seat and soak up the atmosphere with a drink. Everyone, including wallflowers, is welcome.
