Dame Judi Dench has been persuaded to take part in the first cultural performance on London's river Thames since Handel's Water Music in the 18th century. Max Couper, an artist who lives on a houseboat on the river and exhibits installations on barges, convinced the Oscar-winning star to narrate a mixed theatrical/opera/ballet show he's writing. He then won over the Royal Opera and Royal Ballet to take part in the free performance. Oscar-winner Dame Judi says, "Any opportunity to be part of Max Couper's waterborne artwork that brings together opera, ballet, and the spoken word I find irresistible. The last time any such serious artistic statement was created and performed for the river was Handel's Water Music in 1717. I passionately believe the Thames is underused. This draws attention to it in a spirited way." The show, Fleeting Opera, will take place from 9pm on July 26 and 27.
- 7/14/2000
- WENN
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