Big Band twist on Rock 'n' Roll history
Luke Thomas is coming to Westport Townhall Theatre next year. Picture: Gareth Chaney
Luke Thomas and The Swing Cats have announced a brand-new nationwide tour and this time they’re turning up the heat with Swing and Big Band arrangements of classic rock anthems. Think Thin Lizzy, Oasis, Queen and The Beatles - reimagined with the swagger of Sinatra and the sparkle of a big band.
Expect to hear like you’ve never heard it before, with a swing twist, alongside timeless showstoppers like and coming back to Westport Townhall Theatre on February 28th.
Audiences have been on their feet and venues sold out all over the country every year for Luke Thomas and The Swing Cats annual tour but now this brand-new electrifying addition of Rock 'n 'Roll adds a whole new dimension. Their charisma and energy have taken them from headline slots at Guinness Cork Jazz Festival and Electric Picnic to TV specials on RTÉ and Virgin Media and no less than nine performances for President Michael D Higgins himself. With two No 1 albums, three TV concert specials and a reputation for sold-out tours, Luke Thomas and The Swing Cats are Ireland’s undisputed Kings of Swing.
With a stage presence that exudes timeless sophistication, electric energy and effortlessly cool, Luke Thomas channels the suave charisma of Sinatra and the debonair charm of Dean Martin, captivating audiences with every note. With dynamic performances and undeniable star quality, Luke Thomas and the Swing Cats pay homage to the golden era of swing but now infuse it with Rock 'n' Roll and their own modern flair.
Join Luke Thomas and The Swing Cats as they rewrite the songbook with a Rock 'n' Roll edge that promises to get audiences on their feet like never before. Sophisticated, stylish, and full of fire, this is swing for a new generation. Tickets are now on sale from €28, available from Westport Townhall Theatre or www.theswingcats.ie
