The Lehrer Effect
When, years ago, a teenage Mitch discovered American comic songwriting legend Tom Lehrer, the course of his life was changed forever. Mitch looks at the legacy of the elusive Lehrer, the creative debt he, and all those who mix humour and melody, owe to him and performs some of the more Lehreresque of his own songs. Since Mr. Lehrer (at time of writing, still slogging obstinately along at the age of 97) recently placed his entire catalogue in public domain, expect a few Mitch Benn-ified covers of some of Tom’s most famous creations as well.
Cast & Creatives
Mitchell J Benn & Dr Cathy Gardner
Date & Time: Saturday 11th October @3pm
Running Time: 60mins
Content warnings: Age 14+ Occasional profanity
Latecomers may not be admitted. Ticket purchases are non refundable.
Concession prices apply to students; under 18s; pensioners; those on disability and unemployment benefits; Equity, BECTU & SDUK members.
Venue
Venue: The Bread & Roses Pub - John Burns Room (Garden Room)
The John Burns Room (Garden Room) of The Bread & Roses pub is a flexible and intimate space ideal for comedy, spoken word, live music, and cabaret. With its relaxed atmosphere and cosy beer garden, it offers a welcoming setting for both performers and audiences.
The Bread & Roses Pub is a unique, independent grassroots music venue with deep community roots. Owned by the Battersea and Wandsworth Trade Union Council and run by the Workers Beer Company, it is the UK’s only trade union-owned pub—reflecting a proud history of activism, inclusivity, and support for the arts.
Upstairs in the same building is the acclaimed Bread & Roses Theatre, home of the Lambeth Fringe, making the building a key part of the festival’s creative hub.
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