Qawwali in the Courtyard

Qawwali in the Courtyard

Thursday 11 August, 7.30pm-10.30pm

Venue: Courtyard, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield HD1 2SP

Ticket price: £10

Age guidance: All ages (under 16s should be accompanied by an adult)

Access Information: https://www.accessable.co.uk/huddersfield-literature-festival/access-guides/lawrence-batley-theatre

A performance of classical Qawwali music and song, in a style dating back to the 13th century and inspired by Sufi traditions in the magical setting of the LBT courtyard.

Featuring a local Qawwali group, who take inspiration from Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Qawwali’s most famous performer, and folk music from Pakistan, with vocalists weaving melodies over percussion-based music, including harmoniums, tabla and dholak.

An intense and profoundly moving experience.

Note this is an open-air outdoor event, we recommend you dress appropriately for the weather.

Tickets available from the LBT website: https://www.thelbt.org/what-s-on/music/sangam-festival-qawwali-in-the-courtyard/