Cabaret of Souls 11 June Meltdown 6/4/2010 (updated 6/4/2010) Richard Thompson's Cabaret of Souls - Linnet MELTDOWN: Richard Thompson's Cabaret of Souls - Whipping Off Meltdown Festival Royal Festival Hall London, UK 2010 Cabaret of Souls To celebrate the launch of Meltdown the Southbank Centre presents the thrilling European premier of Cabaret of Souls, arguably Richard Thompson's finest work to date. With new songs and an original score written by Richard Thompson himself, this witty musical satire on human foibles takes place in the Underworld and features riveting performances by Thompson himself as well as premier bassist Danny Thompson, Harry Shearer (the Simpsons, Spinal Tap), Judith Owen, Debra Dobkin, Pete Zorn and a 10 piece string ensemble conducted by Peter Askim. This night is the don't miss music event of Meltdown! Southbank Centre Tickets Richard Thompson's Meltdown 2009 Cabaret of Souls