Lotte's Gift
By David Williamson
Written for and performed by Karin Schaupp
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Based on the memoirs and recollections of Lieslotte Reinke, and the recollections of Isolde and Karin Schaupp and Trudy von Stein
Internationally acclaimed classical guitarist Karin Schaupp tells the remarkable journey of three generations of women – Karin, her mother Isolde and Grandmother Lotte. A talented actor, Karin brings to life her effervescent grandmother and displays her own sublime musical talent, playing the music that signposted their lives. An extraordinary and personal journey, Lotte’s Gift will leave you uplifted and inspired by the power of both love and music.
“intimate and moving theatre where memories are accentuated by momentous history or personal dilemma and exquisitely performed music invites deep reflection on life’s challenges. Schaupp is not found wanting as an actor….every time Karin picks up the guitar it is a treat….Exceptionally beautiful” Sydney Morning Herald 2007
“(Lotte’s Gift) tells a true, heart warming and often hilarious Australian story. As a bonus, it features Schaupp's sublime mastery of the classical guitar. It has the potential to travel the world."
Sunday Telegraph
“Though not without humour, the play is a gentle biographical tale of artistic ambition, sacrifice, legacy and love…it spans three generations, affirms the power of music and is an unusual chamber piece…the story, like the music, casts a tender spell. Schaupp, particularly as the resilient Lotte, is a force to be reckoned with”
Sydney Morning Herald 2006
“a cut, polished and multifaceted entertainment that defies easy pigeonholing. It’s not a musical yet it’s full of music; it’s full of drama, yet it’s simple storytelling of the kind that enthralls….such an engaging Australian story”
StageNoise
Lotte’s Gift played 3 venues in 14 weeks in 2007
(Sydney, Brisbane, Wollongong)
2009 TOUR DATES
PENRITH NSW
2 - 6 June
Q Theatre, Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre
Box Office: 02 4723 7600
www.jspac.com.au
CANBERRA ACT
9 - 12 June
Street Theatre
Box Office: 02 6247 1223
www.thestreet.org.au
SHEPPARTON VIC
16 & 17 June
Eastbank Centre
Box Office: 03 5832 9511
www.riverlinksvenues.com.au
PORTLAND VIC
19 June
Portland Arts Centre
Box Office: 03 5522 2263
TOWNSVILLE QLD
26 & 27 June
Townsville Civic Theatre
Box Office: 07 4727 9013
Edinburgh Scotland
During August Lotte’s Gift will enjoy an extended season
at the Assembly Rooms as part of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
www.lottesgift.com
www.karinschaupp.com
