Stand-up comedy and classic songs – a weekend double bill at Cooper Hall

COOPER Hall hosts something a bit different from their regular programming on 9th and 10th June with a weekend double bill of one-woman shows. For fans of stand-up comedy and musical theatre there is an opportunity to catch two engaging performers before they launch on the festival circuit – Amy Webber and Suzanne Noble.

Amy Webber – No Previous Experience on 9th June 8pm

Amy Webber is an award-winning comedian as heard on BBC Radio 4. Equipped with her mini electric piano and an opera degree that’s ‘never been useful’, she’s been entertaining crowds since being a kid in Japan.

A spokesperson for Cooper Hall said, “Recognised for being ‘versatile’ and ‘a clear hit’, she’s well on her way to her dream job; to be a household name in comedy. Even if that means singing her CV to everyone under the sun. Amy has written jingles for BBC Woman’s Hour and BBC Radio Manchester and is a composer for Oxford University Press.”

Amy won the Audience Choice Award at the Musical Comedy Awards (2020), was shortlisted for BBC New Comedy Awards (2021) and recently won the runner up prize at Beat The Frog World Series (2022).

Amy is heading to Cooper Hall in Frome for a pre-Edinburgh Festival show which runs throughout August.

“Fast-paced and clever”– Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard

https://www.amywebber.co.uk

Suzanne Noble – If They Could See Me Now on Saturday 10th June 8pm

Actress and singer Suzanne Noble celebrates the timeless songs of Dorothy Fields, including classic hits like Hey, Big Spender, I Can’t Give You Anything But Love, and A Fine Romance. Suzanne Noble’s tribute to Dorothy Fields is more than just a musical performance. It is a heartfelt tribute to one of the most influential lyricists of the 20th century. Fields wrote some of the most memorable songs in American popular music and her words continue to be beloved by audiences around the world.

In this show, Noble brings Fields’ life and work to the stage in a way that is both entertaining and educational. Accompanied by pianist/arranger Paul Maguire, Noble performs some of Fields’ most iconic songs, sharing fascinating stories and anecdotes along the way.

A spokesperson for Cooper Hall said, “Suzanne Noble’s tribute to Dorothy Fields is a celebration of Fields’ life, her music, and her legacy. Whether you are a lifelong fan of Fields’ work or a newcomer to her music, this show is not to be missed. So, come along, sing along, and experience the magic of Dorothy Fields for yourself!”

https://suzannenoblesings.com

For tickets and further information: www.cooperhall.org