Jazz star Clare Teal brings swing, stories and celebration

Audiences can expect an evening of exhilarating swing, sublime musicianship and unforgettable storytelling as Clare celebrates an incredible 25 years of touring. Renowned for her warm, witty stage presence and rich, expressive voice, Clare has long been one of the UK’s most treasured interpreters of popular song.

This milestone tour sees Clare revisiting highlights from her remarkable 22-album catalogue, reimagined with fresh arrangements and a renewed sense of joy. Fans can look forward to favourites from her breakthrough album Orsino’s Songs (2002), including the much-loved “California Dreamin’”, alongside tracks from her chart-success album Don’t Talk (2004), which reached the UK Top 20.

Clare’s live performances are famed for their ever-evolving setlists and intimate, conversational style, taking audiences on a musical journey that spans jazz, swing and contemporary classics. From the timeless songwriting of Cole Porter and Duke Ellington, to iconic voices like Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee and Sarah Vaughan, Clare breathes new life into beloved songs, while also putting her own distinctive spin on modern artists such as Van Morrison and Sam Smith.

All of it is delivered through Clare’s signature “swing jazz” palette which stylish, uplifting and irresistibly engaging.

Did you know?
Alongside her acclaimed recording and touring career, Clare Teal is also one of the UK’s most recognisable voices on the airwaves. She spent over a decade hosting her own show on BBC Radio 2, becoming a trusted guide to jazz and swing for millions of listeners. She has also presented on Jazz FM and BBC Radio 3, and continues to share her passion for music through her popular weekly programme on Boom Radio - a station aimed at music lovers who grew up with the golden age of popular song.

Beyond radio, Clare has appeared widely across television and podcasts, and is celebrated not just for her voice, but for her deep knowledge of music history and her ability to connect with audiences through storytelling.

Joining Clare on stage at Mansfield Palace Theatre will be her outstanding band:

• Jim Watson – Piano
• Dave Archer – Guitar
• Simon Little – Bass
• Will Cleasby – Drums

Together, The Clare Teal 5 promise an evening of unmissable live music full of style, sophistication and sheer joy.

Catch The Clare Teal 5 for jazz, swing and other things at Mansfield Palace Theatre on Thursday 30 April.

For tickets and further information, visit the theatre website www.mansfieldpalace.co.uk or call the Box Office on 01623 463133.