Best of Burns
This one man show by Kev Thompson – president of the prestigious Bowhill People’s Burns Club - delivers his take on some of Robert Burns’ best loved works and why they were written.
About Best of Burns
Best of Burns – Scotland’s best known bard – in picture, song and verse
One man show by Kev Thompson – president of the prestigious Bowhill People’s Burns Club - delivering his take on some of Robert Burns’ best loved works and why they were written.
Let this multimedia representation take you into the world of one of Scotland’s most famous sons. Learn some choruses and take part in a unique celebration of Robert’s life with someone who has over 40 years experience of delivering Burns’ works.
A Man’s A Man, Scots Wha Hae, Tam O Shanter and of course Auld Lang Syne along with many others.
Reviews
• “…a wonderful performance…and what a conclusion with the rendition of Tam O’ Shanter”
• “Kevin is… passionate about his performance and his desire to share his enthusiasm for the songs and poems of Robert Burns is both evident and infectious .”
• “brilliant delivery of “The Immortal Memory” using very relevant examples of both Burns’ songs and poetry.”
• “The audience … thoroughly enjoyed every song and much liked the change of pace, especially the fast rousing songs towards the end of the show.”
• “It was an amazing presentation. Your re-enaction of Tam O'Shanter was magnificent.”
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