David Ford, Scarlet Rivera, Rob Stoner & Michele Stodart Present: Desire Re-imagined

**David Ford, Scarlet Rivera, Rob Stoner & Michele Stodart Present:**

**DESIRE RE-IMAGINED - CELEBRATING 50 YEARS SINCE ITS RELEASE**

When Dylan released Desire in 1976, it quickly became one of the defining albums of his career: cinematic storytelling, sweeping arrangements & an iconic musical energy built on the foundation of **Rob Stoner**'s vibrant, lyrical bass performance & the unforgettable violin of **Scarlet Rivera** \- whose sound gave the record its gypsy-folk soul.

50 years on from its release, award-winning British singer-songwriter **David Ford** reunites Stoner & Rivera to perform Dylan's masterpiece with a stellar band featuring **Michele Stodart** (**The Magic Numbers**), drummer **Darren Beckett** & an array of special guest performers, hosted by actor **Kerry Shale**.

Expect a night of timeless songs, delivered with the fire and spirit of 1976, by a collection of world-class performers. This is more than a tribute. It's a reunion with the music itself - an extraordinary chance to hear Dylan's album performed by a cast of acclaimed recording artists and the players who crafted a classic.

An opening set will mix music with conversation & insight into the record & the cast of musicians. This will be introduced & led by actor/presenter/Bob Dylan expert, **Kerry Shale**, plus much-loved comedian, commentator & Bob Dylan expert **Nish Kumar** will join in discussing the album.

For the main set, they play Desire straight through, followed by a short encore.

Presented by DMP

14+ - Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult