Släpstick

Schërzo
Fri 18 Apr '25 20:15
Fri 18 Apr '25
20:15

In Schërzo, Släpstick’s quirky, exciting, and hilarious view on classical music, nothing is what it seems. The five musical versatilists take you on a comical journey along the masterpieces of Rossini, Brahms, Saint-Saëns, Gershwin, and many other illustrious composers. The quintet plays the great classics in an inimitable way, while also honoring comedy heroes such as Victor Borge, Mini & Maxi, Danny Kaye, and Charlie Chaplin. 

The musical term ‘scherzo’ (Italian for banter, joke) means a short, vibrant piece. And in Schërzo, Släpstick likes to stretch this definition a little further. Because when physical theater and top musicians with a great sense of timing and humor come together, you can be expecting a yodeling Schubert in a ventriloquism battle with Beethoven, a speed demon on the double bass and of course the ’21 masterpieces in 1 minute’. 

Come and experience the boundless universe of Släpstick, with their dazzling number of instruments, acclaimed theatrical inventions and highest possible level of classical music. 

With their previous theater shows Släpstick and The Roaring Twenties, the five musical clowns of Släpstick caused a furor both nationally and internationally. Resulting in sold-out theaters all over the world, standing ovations and many awards. Släpstick's new show Schërzo had its world premiere in Edinburgh in the summer of 2023, followed by concerts in Germany and South Korea. In the spring of 2025, this classic show will premiere in the concert halls and theaters in the Netherlands.

***** theQR.co.uk 
“Amazing is an understatement.” 

*****One4Review 
“Släpstick creates an immersive musical universe where hilarity and artistry coexist.” 
“This is classical music not as we know it, but as we should experience it.” 

***** Threeweeks 
“Five musicians, a plethora of instruments and a wealth of silliness make for a fabulous 1.5 hour’s entertainment.” 

***** TheaterWeekly 
"Schërzo is an absolute triumph, blending uproarious comedy and classical music in a spectacle that defies convention."