James brings his highly successful Exiled: The Evolution of Kurt Weill to the stage of The Mac-Haydn Theatre with pianist Jillian Zack.
The story of one of the most fascinating musical figures of the 20th century. Exiled from Germany in 1933 at the height of his popularity, Weill’s remarkable music was banned there for the next twelve years. James Benjamin Rodgers and Jillian Zack follow his remarkable journey from Berlin to New York as he adapted to survive as an artist and as a human being.
James will perform selections from Sunday In The Park With George and Passion ans is delighted to step in and be a part of this delightful evening of Sondheim.
Press
“Mac-Haydn Theatre Goes Off Type” – Times Union Feature Article by Joseph Dalton
J. Peter Bergman’s Review for The Berkshire Edge