World’s Most Acclaimed Lute Player, Hopkinson Smith to perform first and only Sydney show on board Captain Cook Cruises

The world’s leading exponent of the lute, Hopkinson Smith, will play his first and only recital in Sydney, performing to an intimate audience aboard Captain Cook Cruises, MV Sydney 2000, on Friday 29 November 2019 as part of his national Mad Dog: The Elizabethan Lute Tour.

Receiving accolades from all over the world, Swiss-American Hopkinson Smith, will combine his amazing one-hour lute performance with a mouth-watering three-course premium dining experience, all set to the glittering backdrop of Sydney Harbour.

“With the splendour of Sydney Harbour around me and the resonance of some of the world's most intimate and charming music within...This will be a most memorable evening that I am very much looking forward too.” Says Mr Smith.

“My Mad Dog: The Elizabethan Lute Tour features Elizabethan masterpieces (1590 to 1600) by Dowland, Holborne, Johnson and more.” Continues Mr Smith.

The recital and dinner will be held on the Show Deck of Captain Cook Cruises flagship vessel, MV Sydney 2000 for up to 200 guests. Panoramic windows offer stunning views of Sydney Harbour from every seat.

The Hopkinson Smith Dinner Cruise is priced at $199 per person and includes a one-hour performance and three-course dinner and drinks. Guests will be seated at shared tables of 10 people.

The cruise departs on Friday 29 November 2019 from Darling Harbour, King Street Wharf No.1 at 7.30pm returning at 11.00pm.

Hopkinson Smith’s national Mad Dog: The Elizabethan Lute Tour will visit South Australia, Tasmania, ACT, Victoria and New South Wales.

For further information and bookings for the Sydney Hopkinson Smith Dinner Cruise visit: www.captaincook.com.au or T: +61-2-9206 1111