On 11 October, Francis van Broekhuizen will play the performanceAt Doubt Hard Singingin the - Diekhuus in Middelharnis. The comic opera singer has become familiar with her television performance in Maestro and her role in Carmen by Tania Kross. You can also know her as a juror in All Together Now. With her flat Rotterdam accent and powerful voice, she fills halls all over the country. She is accompanied by pianist Gregor Bak.At Doubt Hard Singingis a performance full of humour and beautiful songs.


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The concert is almost sold out and the venue is nicely full. Prior to this, visitors gather in the atmospheric foyer of the - Diekhuus. The performance starts at a quarter past eight and attracts a somewhat older audience. Francis and Gregor come up with Ave Maria, which immediately captivates the hall.
As a thread of the performance, we hear a voice-over asking Francis about her musical past. Using arias and songs, Francis tells how she became who she is using drawings and family photos on the slide screen. The performance contains a good dose of humor interspersed with beautiful vocals.
Her family has been a great source of inspiration for Francis. The first half of the performance is about father's side of the family: the musical side. Francis grew up from an early age with opera and classical music.
Halfway there is a break that is usured in with 'the commercial-break, 'Gregor plays well-known melodies of Dutch commercials. During the break, all visitors are offered a drink, this is included in the ticket. Most visitors prefer a nice cold wine over coffee, tea, fresh or beer.

The second half of the performance is about mother's side of the family and is more interactive. The audience sings happily along with the old Dutch songs Francis put in an opera case. There is a nice atmosphere in the hall. Towards the end of the performance we all sing a Sound of Music medley.

After the performance, visitors will have the opportunity to discuss the performance in the foyer. Francis and Gregor are coming for a drink themselves. The foyer remains open until the last visitors leave.

The - Diekhuus offers a varied programme with cabaret, music, (children's) theatre and films. The whole season there are one or more performances on the programme every week. View the full agenda on the website of the - Diekhuus - Yes.

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