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Music Beyond Mainstream Present: ANOTHER CHRISTMAS

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Showcasing an alternative take on Christmas, we’ve co-commissioned a film with Music Beyond Mainstream combining music and spoken word. Stay tuned for the premiere 8pm Thu 16 Dec

Creative Director Laura Ducceschi and Music Beyond Mainstream sought out talented musicians to shine a light on those who don’t fit into traditional boxes. Alongside filmmaker Samona Olanipekun and dramaturg Patrick Eakin Young they created a mini movie that captures moods and experiences that differ from the traditional Christmas narrative.

On board are Mercury-nominated vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and producer ESKA; the singer-songwriter and composer Douglas Dare; multi-instrumentalist songwriter Duke Garwood; Irish musician, singer and actor Camille O’Sullivan, plus further musical input from Feargal Murray and Oliver Coates. Christmas classics are performed and completely reinterpreted, along with new and original material – resulting in something that is familiar but also fresh and contemporary.

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Music Beyond Mainstream Present: ANOTHER CHRISTMAS

Watch the premiere of this mini music-led movie live at 8pm Thu 16 Dec: ESKA, Douglas Dare, Oliver Coates and more feature in this alternative take on Christmas. Click through to watch and join the conversation.

Watch the trailer

Music Beyond Mainstream Present: ANOTHER CHRISTMAS

Showcasing an alternative take on Christmas, we’ve co-commissioned a film with Music Beyond Mainstream combining music and spoken word. Watch the trailer now and stay tuned for the premiere Thu 16 Dec

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