About
In this hilarious and spirit-lifting new show, songwriter and author Terence Blacker celebrates one of the great challenges of life, the art of ageing with style.
With songs described by Gyles Brandreth as "witty, wistful, wonderful", plus anecdotes and a dash of wisdom, Terence shows how getting old can be the best, most liberating and funniest part of your life.
Audiences love this perceptive and timely show. The Shock of the Old may not reveal the great secret of the coming of age, but Terence Blacker shares a world of fun, warmth and wisdom looking for it.
'We need cheering up right now and this singer-songwriter is just the ticket.' Sunday Times
'Terence Blacker is a one-off... A hugely popular performer in folk clubs, his songs range from the tender to the satirical, and are always written with wit.' Folk London
'A consummate crowd-pleasing performer - brilliant.' Northern Sky Magazine