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Six String: A History of the Guitar
A Soulpepper World Premiere Concert
 
SIX STRING: A HISTORY OF THE GUITAR
Created by Beau Dixon & Frank Cox-O'Connell
Directed by Frank Cox-O'Connell
July 18 - July 27

90 minutes (no intermission)
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Schedule

Saturday
Jul 19, 2025
Tuesday
Jul 22, 2025
Wednesday
Jul 23, 2025
Thursday
Jul 24, 2025
Saturday
Jul 26, 2025
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Six String: A History of the Guitar

"Well, you see this guitar makes me feel like beatin' the fascists, and then that makes me sing how much I hate 'em." -Woody Guthrie

During the 20th century, the guitar was more than just an instrument—it was a cultural engine of the times. From crossroads blues to Woodstock anthems, from Django Reinhardt’s gypsy jazz to Chuck Berry’s electrifying riffs, the six-string has shaped genres, soundtracked movements, and fueled social change.
 
Join the creators of On a Night Like This along with an ensemble of musicians and storytellers for a high-energy docu-concert tracing the guitar’s rise and influence across a wide range of genres—from folk roots to jazz, flamenco, blues, and rock. Featuring iconic pop songs and legendary artists, this show will have you hearing the iconic six string in a whole new way.
 
Canadian Premiere

Photo of Beau Dixon from The Golden Record by Barry McCluskey 


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