Gary Lucas's THE EDGE OF HEAVEN to Play the Beechman This February

A new concert version of guitarist Gary Lucas's celebrated salute to '30s Chinese Pop, featuring Feifei Yang (vocals) and Erhu with Jason Candler (saxophone, clarinet and percussion) is coming to the Laurie Beechman Theater (407 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) in "Gary Lucas: The Edge Of Heaven" on Friday, February 16, 2018 at 7 p.m.

1930's Shanghai, "the Paris of the East", comes vividly to life in a concert of dreamy 1930's Chinese pop, re-imagined by guitarist extraordinaire Gary Lucas and his new trio.

Based on Gary Lucas' acclaimed album "The Edge of Heaven" and soon to be released follow-up, the hour-long concert showcases the heavenly voice and sinuous erhu playing of lovely Feifei Yang, and the swirling textures of saxophonist/percussionist Jason Candler.

Gary, Feifei and Jason take audiences on a journey to Old Shanghai, with shimmering renditions of charming melodic songs originally sung by renowned Shanghai divas Chow Hsuan and Bai Kwong-songs beloved by the worldwide Chinese community, and enjoyed by discerning music lovers of every nationality.

A fascinating blend of traditional Eastern melodies fused with Western swing, Tin Pan Alley, and Broadway influences, this enchanting music, born in the nightclubs and film palaces of 1930's Shanghai, is reinvigorated by Gary Lucas, whose inventive guitar stylings, coupled with the soaring vocals of Chinese star Feifei Yang and the hypnotic contributions of multi-instrumentalist Jason Candler, create a romantic night out in a Shanghai of the mind.

Add to this the sensual visuals of lighting designer Kris Anton-a rich tapestry of art-deco images of Old Shanghai and Chinese graphic design from the period-
and you are there in a nightclub in 1930s Shanghai, on the cusp of THE EDGE OF HEAVEN.

General Admission $25 advance/$30 at the door. VIP Front Table seating $45 advance/$50 at the door. $20 food and/or beverage minimum per person. For menus and venue information, visit www.westbankcafe.com.