Cape Town Opera & David Kramer Present: Orpheus McAdoo at Artscape

Orpheus McAdoo is a new musical that follows the success of Orpheus in Africa in 2015. This production tells the little-known story of an African-American choir – The Virginia Jubilee Concert Company – led by Orpheus McAdoo (Conroy Scott), which visited South Africa in the 1890s. Invited by the Governor’s wife, Lady Loch (Natalie Robbie), they introduced a unique style of singing that had never been heard in the Cape before. They were an overnight sensation and went on to tour the country for the next two years.
Orpheus McAdoo the musical, recreates how his choir sang the old spirituals more than 120 years ago. In addition to traditional songs, Kramer has created new music inspired by early American folk music, minstrel songs, early ragtime and opera.
Featuring a star-studded cast including Brittany Smith, Dean Balie, Jody Abrahams, Eldon van der Merwe, Elton Landrew and Alexis Petersen.
With thanks to the Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs and Sport for their support of this production.
On at Artscape from 18 October – 3 November 2024.
Tickets available at Webtickets