“You’ve heard of magic hour, right? We’re in it. Right now.”
Journalist Katy is desperate for her big break, and an interview in Paris with world famous concert pianist Silvia de Zingaro looks like just her chance.
But the odds are against her. After a disastrous interview, Katy feels certain there's a bigger story there than meets the eye. She hunts for clues, finding Silvia has a collection of mystical books and an apparent fixation with composer Erik Satie. Just as Katy's hope begins to fade, a mysterious night-time encounter with the pianist may well give her the scoop she's looking for…
Robin French's compelling play examines music, time and attention in our modern digital age. It first played at The Other Place in summer 2019.
Cast
Ruth Lass - Silvia de Zingaro
Olly Mott - Nick Sobers
Ben Onwukwe - Denis Zann
Jeany Spark - Katy Porlock
Creatives
Director Elizabeth Freestone | Designer Basia Bińkowska | Lighting Lauren Watson | Music and Sound Max Pappenheim | Movement Vicki Manderson | Dramaturg Pippa Hill | Video RSC Production Video
