The Barn Theatre - The Forgotten Queen of The Blues - OTTILIE
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The Forgotten Queen of The Blues - OTTILIE
By Richard Clements
Directed by Matthew McElhinney
Starring Jolene O’Hara
The godmother of British blues began life in a terrace in Northern Ireland, a little girl who felt like an outsider.
From teaching herself songs from sheet music and gigging in Belfast, she went on to play the Royal Festival Hall and tour the UK and USA with the Chris Barber Band, accompanying greats like Muddy Waters and Sonny Boy Williamson.
Dubbed “the greatest singer to emerge this side of the Atlantic”, Ottilie was an immense presence and talent in the ‘60s music scene. So why haven’t you heard of her? What happened to this iconic voice?
Immerse yourself in the music and atmosphere of the post-war jazz scene and discover the legacy of this forgotten talent. Performed by Jolene O’Hara, Ottilie is at turns funny, at others poignant – but always intriguing. Come fall in love with the music, and the story, of the greatest Irish blues singer of all time.
When the blues music drifted across from the American GIs up the road, Ottilie became obsessed: she’d found her tribe.
I have booked seats A4 and A5, once you post your seat no in the comments below, you will be moved to the Going list.
Please feel free to join us in the bar for a quick drink in the bar at 715, we can pre-order interval drinks at the same time.