Not only was Lotte Lenya twice Kurt Weill's wife, she also interpreted many of his songs and has been protecting his work since his death. The work of Kurt Weill (1900 - 1950) appears to sound sometimes bizarre, sarcastic and thoughtful. In collaboration with Berthold Brecht he established his sound and style with „Die Dreigroschenoper“. He meets Lotte Lenya by chance and soon was clear that both had very strong characters.
The child of Jewish ancestors emigrated first to France and then to America to escape the German Reich. Because of the cultural differences between French and American music, he tried to adapt his compositional style, and it seems that he was a musical chamelion.
This theatrical concert includes their love letters that put the music in context. The duo's interpretations are sharp, eccentric and heart-wrenching, while art historian Bart Jan de Graaf guides the audience through the lives of these foolish lovers and strong characters. If you have ever been interested in the work of Kurt Weill, you will be rewarded with hidden anecdotes and re-arranged works.
