Following on from their hugely successful, sold-out 2024 show, Pride and Prejudice in Words and Music, Leora Cohen and Paul Wingfield, along with distinguished actor Harry Meacher, present Einstein's Violin, a musical drama for narrator, violin and piano. This one-hour costumed show, written by Paul Wingfield, will be performed in the historic setting of Newnham College's Old Labs. Einstein famously remarked that, had he not pursued science, he would have been a musician. Einstein's Violin transports the audience to the parallel universe of the great man’s alternative career as a violinist. On Monday 11 April 1955, Einstein is in his study at his Princeton home writing a radio address for the NBC. His violin, ‘Lina’, is, as always, by his side in her battered old case. Einstein becomes distracted, opens the case and tells his life story as a musician, from his first violin lessons at the age of 5, through his music-making in Zürich, Prague and Berlin, to his involvement in the USA in benefit concerts to raise money for refugees from the War in Europe. Along the way, he recounts his interactions with a panoply of leading cultural figures and performing musicians of the first half of the twentieth century. On a deeper level, he describes his voyage of discovery of his identity as a European Jew, shaped above all by his experiences in pre-War Berlin and the Holocaust, and he grapples with the fundamental questions of the morality of war and the existence of God. The narrative is underscored by music for violin and piano that essentially forms the soundtrack to his life, incorporating, in addition to original music, reimagined versions of works played at his funeral and his memorial service, and of other pieces that profoundly influenced him. The heart of the show is a complete performance of Einstein’s favourite work, Mozart’s Violin Sonata in E minor (1778), which he performed memorably in Princeton in January 1941. A vibrant and innovative fusion of one-person play, melodrama and instrumental recital, Einstein’s Violin presents a unique insight into the inner life of the twentieth-century’s most celebrated scientist.

Information Source: Cohen-Wingfield Duo | eventbrite

Cambridge

United Kingdom

Searching for information and tickets regarding Einstein's Violin | Old Labs, Newnham College, University of Cambridge taking place in Cambridge on May 4, 2025 (UTC+0)? Trip.com has you covered. Check the dates, itineraries, and other information about Einstein's Violin | Old Labs, Newnham College, University of Cambridge now! Trip.com has also prepared more similar exciting activities and discounted flight and hotel packages.

Einstein's Violin | Old Labs, Newnham College, University of Cambridge: Tickets, Dates & Itineraries | Trip.com

Einstein's Violin | Old Labs, Newnham College, University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge

Einstein's Violin | Trip.com

null | Trip.com

Spread the word! Share your result with friends and discover their opinions!

柳叶随风VLog

Cambridge University is an open town, consisting of 31 independent colleges, of which Trinity College is located in the center of the town. It is known as the cradle of prime ministers because it has produced 20 British prime ministers. It is also the alma mater of Steve Jobs, the founder of Apple. The scenery on both sides of the River Cam is charming and picturesque. The historic buildings, towering clock towers, exquisite statues, beautiful gardens, etc. are all full of strong cultural atmosphere.

University Arms Hotel, Autograph Collection

Near University of Cambridge|Cambridge City Center, Cambridge

Tyrrell's Punting

Natural scenery

Boat tour

Ming9734

Having a boat trip in Cambridge can give a good experience of punting on the River Cam and also get lots of interesting stories about each college at the University of Cambridge. However, the cost of it is quite expensive.

Trinity College

withjennifer

There is a statue of Henry VIII at the entrance of Trinity College. There is an apple tree on the green lawn at the entrance of the college, which is the source of Newton&#39;s law of &quot;universal gravitation&quot;. When you enter the Great Court of the college, the magnificent architecture brings a sense of awe. In the lobby of the church are jade statues of famous graduates from Trinity College, including Newton, Bacon, Tennyson and others.

The Corpus Clock

ZengZhiGang

This photo was taken at night, so the clock is a little unclear. However, standing in front of it and watching it ticking forward, I still feel a little nervous. After all, no one can control time.

Bridge of Sighs

The Bridge of Sighs is a covered bridge in Cambridge, England. It belongs to St. John&#39;s College, Cambridge University. It was built in 1831 and spans the River Cam. The architect was Henry Hutchinson. It is named after the Bridge of Sighs in Venice.

Einstein's Violin | Old Labs, Newnham College, University of Cambridge

Details

Vote

Are you interested in Einstein's Violin?

Recommended Products for Einstein's Violin | Old Labs, Newnham College, University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge

University Arms Hotel, Autograph Collection

Tyrrell's Punting

Trinity College

The Corpus Clock

Bridge of Sighs

Einstein's Violin | Old Labs, Newnham College, University of Cambridge

Details

Vote

Are you interested in Einstein's Violin?

Recommended Products for Einstein's Violin | Old Labs, Newnham College, University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge

University Arms Hotel, Autograph Collection

Tyrrell's Punting

Trinity College

The Corpus Clock

Bridge of Sighs

More contents about Cambridge