The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain

Friday, October 16, 2015, 7:30 PM
At the Moss Arts Center, 190 Alumni Mall, Blacksburg, VA 24061
In the Street and Davis Performance Hall's Anne and Ellen Fife Theatre
$20-$45, $10 students with ID and children 18 and under
"Iconoclastic. Unabashed genre crashing antics. Nothing is spoof proof." —The Sunday Times

Formed in 1985 as a bit of fun, the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain's first gig was an instant sell-out, and they've been performing ever since. Over the last 30 years, they have spawned hundreds of imitators; indeed, the orchestra often is blamed for the current ukulele revival sweeping communities across the globe. The current ensemble has been playing together for more than 20 years and has become a much-loved national institution. They play ukuleles, they sing, they say funny things, they whistle; but they bring a lot more to the table than that. The "Ukes" are an irresistible entertainment juggernaut that bring us good humor, well-being, and joy with their music.


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PROGRAM NOTES

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