
Event Description
Performed by Anton Lesser, Lucia Bonbright and Orchestra of the Swan.
Starring acclaimed actor Anton Lesser, A Beautiful Thread weaves Thomas Hardy’s life – dramatic as any of his narratives – with his beautiful poetry and great novels, including Far From the Madding Crowd, Tess of the d’Urbervilles, and Jude the Obscure.
Hardy included more music in his work than any other writer, and Orchestra of the Swan’s Artistic Director, David Le Page, has created a musical programme of shimmering beauty – a Mellstock folk band style, that brings together West Gallery music with Holst, Warlock and contemporary folk. Adapted by Deirdre Shields, Hardy’s extraordinary writing shines as brightly as ever in this magical evening of literary and musical beauty.