Created by folk singers Steve Suffet and Pat Lamanna, Pete & Woody: an Unlikely Friendship is a one-hour multimedia presentation that explores the relationship between Pete Seeger and Woody Guthrie.

Comprising 15 songs performed live, 21 slides, and a 3,800-word narration, Pete & Woody recounts how, when they first met in 1940, Woody Guthrie became Pete Seeger’s mentor, inspiration, and guide who set him on a journey that continued until Pete passed away in 2014. Over time, however, their relationship changed, and Pete became Woody’s champion, helping to promote Woody’s songs and story as Woody’s mental and physical health began to deteriorate. Pete continued to play this role after Woody passed away in 1967, and much of Woody’s worldwide popularity today is a direct or indirect result of Pete’s efforts.

Pat and Steve originally developed Pete & Woody for the Walthamstow Folk Club in London, England, where it was enthusiastically received in October 2019. The have presented it several times since, and they now look forward to presenting it anew for Mount Toby Concerts, with Richard Mattocks delivering the narration.

Suggested donation: $15 to $25
For reservations: diacrowe@yahoo.com or call 413-835-1695

Listen at: https://youtu.be/ZCxKYluH-t4Suggested donation: $15 to $25