Daniel Cainer’s Jewish Chronicles

Running Time: 1 hour 30 minutes approximately with an interval

Back from off-Broadway and LA, join this master songwriter as he returns home to St James Studio for another joyous and hilarious evening of unique stories in song. Daniel’s sharp and brilliant lyrics combine with fine musicianship in tales of feuding tailors, a Jewess who joins a 1950s Christian cult, a cocaine addicted rabbi and many more. This award-winning and ever-evolving 5 Star show is a rich tapestry of family legend and musical folklore. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry. What’s not like?

★★★★★ ‘Even those who are unfamiliar with Jewish ways of life will adore this moving portrayal offered by Daniel Cainer. ‘Jewish Chronicles’ is nothing short of artistic brilliance; the effortless integration of song-writing with that of charming story-telling invites the audience to a night of light-hearted genius. It’s fast-paced, incredibly amusing, and even a little bit naughty; you cannot fail to become immersed in every lyric. This show oozes a feel-good factor, and will leave you wanting more.’ Three Weeks

‘A must see’ Daily Mirror

‘Honest, edgy, touching and unpredictable’ New York Jewish Week

‘An extraordinary performer. His songs are at times heartbreakingly poignant, at other times laugh out loud funny. Utterly charming, thoroughly recommended.’ Edinburgh Festivals Magazine

★★★★ ‘Shaggy dog story telling…lovingly detailed’ Time Out

‘With his stories within stories, Cainer reminds me of Buñuel. If Buñuel had been Jewish, born in Leeds and been an admirer of Jake Thackray, this is what he might have sounded like’ Alan Bennett