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Rufus Wainwright

Average rating:

4.8

27 of 28(96%)customers would recommend this to a friend.

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5 / 5

Rufus concert...superior...all of it!

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- 08/06/2009 @

Favorite moment: "Zebulon(?)"--absolutely. The stars above, and the 6 goose fly-by......and the music, obviously. @

Posted 08/18/2009

by ONDEK

Rufus's talent blew me away--again--translating beautifully from cd, to full band, to solo...loving these solo performances. Longwood Gardens and a perfect evening made everything incredible. As usual, RW dished out his signature blend of relaxed stage presence and amazing artistic ability. Good to see Ruf is still human...and still the master of charming recoveries on the random screw-ups. "Gay Messiah" and the fountains came at the perfect moment...in the end. Come again soon, Mr. Wainwright.

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Favorite moment: "Zebulon(?)"--absolutely. The stars above, and the 6 goose fly-by......and the music, obviously. @

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Review 2 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Gorgeous Gardens, Pleasantly Plucky Performance

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Favorite moment: The fountains behind Rufus turned on shooting 10,000 gallons of water, high into the air in middle of Gay Messiah. Brilliant! @

Posted 08/17/2009

by Schmikey

Location: Paoli, PA

I grew up in Kennett Square, "Mushroom Capial of the World". It's also located in one of the most conservative countys in Pennsylvania. Imagine my delight when Rufus, dressed in the cutest jeans and crisp white jacket, took to the microphone, dedicated his first song to "the healthcare debate in this country" and sang Gong to a Town. Priceless. He continued his brilliant performace with an well rounded mix of old and new. Though I stand by my 5 stars, Rufus did have is forgetful moments. He restarted several songs after he couldn't remember the intros, or started in the wrong key. On the surface, this may seem unprofessional - but it was charming. It showed that Rufus is an imperfect human, just like the rest of us. His final encore was Gay Messiah. Considering the overly conservative area, again another great ironic statement.

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Favorite moment: The fountains behind Rufus turned on shooting 10,000 gallons of water, high into the air in middle of Gay Messiah. Brilliant! @

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Review 3 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

We love Rufus! Our 2nd show.

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Favorite moment: The entire concert in the gardens!! Breath taking! @

Setlist: He opened with the art teacher! Heard many of our favorites...Millbrook, Going to a Town, Cigarettes and Choc milk, Hallelujah, Katonah @

Opening act(s): Lucy was wonderful! @

Posted 08/15/2009

by Michaela315

Location: PA

Rufus was amazing! This was our second show. The gardens were spectacular! We got lost on the way. Suggestion: don't use mapquest. We plan to visit the gardens again. We also loved Lucy Wainwright Roche. She was charming and very talented. We will absolutley attend any of his events in the future! We adore his music!!!

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- Thu, Aug 6, 2009 @

Favorite moment: The entire concert in the gardens!! Breath taking! @

Setlist: He opened with the art teacher! Heard many of our favorites...Millbrook, Going to a Town, Cigarettes and Choc milk, Hallelujah, Katonah @

Opening act(s): Lucy was wonderful! @

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Review 4 for Rufus Wainwright

4 / 5

Rufus was great - environment was awful

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Posted 08/14/2009

by Anticellphonepix

Great concert, but the taking of photos & people with their cell phones snapping pictures with their arms in the air was so distracting & annoying that I couldn't wait for the concert to end.

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Review 5 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Rufus was spectacular

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Posted 08/11/2009

by BinnieM

Hey Rufus!

Thanks for another glorious performance! Wayne and I were there for our 10th or so show. We both love you and your enormous talent. We loved every minute of the show. Not everyone can be singing while hummingbirds are flitting around or when five or six geese soar above. Truly a magnificent source of pleasure for us. YOU ROCK! And we so enjoyed Lucy and her wonderful sense of humor and clear sweet voice.

You never disappoint. Love the short hair and got the sense that you must be feeling as wonderful as you look and sound!

Thanks again,

Binnie

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Review 6 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Rufus is amazing!!

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Posted 08/10/2009

by FancyNancy

Location: Phoenixville

I was pleasantly surprised with how small & intimate the concert was, Rufus is an amazing performer in any venue but this was a truly magical experience @ Longwood Gardens. I have no complaints the whole night was very enjoyable.....

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Review 7 for Rufus Wainwright

4 / 5

Awesome show in a wonderful setting!

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Favorite moment: The fountains during Gay Messiah! @

Opening act(s): Lucy Wainwright Roche @

Posted 08/07/2009

by Dizzle78

Location: Lancaster, PA

We've seen Rufus solo four times now and this was by far the best show. Longwood Gardens is an excellent venue.

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Favorite moment: The fountains during Gay Messiah! @

Opening act(s): Lucy Wainwright Roche @

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Review 8 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Rufus Wainwright is amazing

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Posted 08/07/2009

by AubPW

I've seen Rufus Wainwright 6 times and I'm always amazed at how talented he is. Every show has been amazing to watch and hear. Whether he is solo or with the band, he puts on an unforgettable show.

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Review 9 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Rufus & Lucy were fantastic!!!

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Favorite moment: Hallelujah @

Posted 08/07/2009

by CleotheLeo

Lucy and Rufus were amazing seperately and together. Longwood Gardens was a beautiful venue and the weather was perfect.

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Favorite moment: Hallelujah @

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Review 10 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Rufus and Lucy were awesome!!

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Favorite moment: Lots of favorites--the fountains came on during the last number and the look on Rufus' face was priceless. @

Opening act(s): Lucy Wainwright Roche @

Posted 08/07/2009

by Cowie

Location: Newark,DE

It was a perfect evening and a beautiful setting to hear and see Lucy Wainright Roche and of course, her brother, Rufus Wainwright. The sound system was great and their voices were in fine form. I loved their song selection. One of the best outdoor concerts that I have ever seen.

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Favorite moment: Lots of favorites--the fountains came on during the last number and the look on Rufus' face was priceless. @

Opening act(s): Lucy Wainwright Roche @

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Review 11 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Rufus was awesome!

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Posted 08/07/2009

by mela13

Location: West Chester, PA

The only drawback was that this performance was taped for TV, so the performance was a little stiff and structured...Rufus didn't get to tell enough of his funny anecdotes.

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Review 12 for Rufus Wainwright

4 / 5

Rufus under a full moon

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Posted 08/07/2009

by catmm

Location: asbury park

Beautiful night in the outdoor theater at Longwood Gardens. Perfect weather, great acoustics, appreciate crowd. Rufus was in great voice and played a nice mix of old & new material. Sister Lucy was the opening act, and delighted the audience with her voice and wit.

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Review 13 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Rufus was awesome!

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Opening act(s): Lucy Wainwright-Roach @

Posted 08/07/2009

by RedsMom

I'd never been to a Rufus concert before and it was tremendous! He is a great singer and musician. Loved his sister Lucy as well, beautiful voice. Without a doubt I would go see him again! Wonderful entertainer!

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Review 14 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Rufus and Lucy ROCKED

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Favorite moment: Hallelujah encore! @

Opening act(s): Lucy Wainwright Roche @

Posted 08/07/2009

by WCUemer

An awesome venue, open air theatre in a beautiful setting. Rufus was awesome, cavalier, etc. as always. Lucy was funny and has such a pure voice. Free Garden admission with the ticket purchase, will definitely see Rufus again and return to this venue again!

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Favorite moment: Hallelujah encore! @

Opening act(s): Lucy Wainwright Roche @

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Review 15 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

The best show of the summer!!!

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Posted 08/07/2009

by Annushcka

Location: Longwood gardens, PA

Rufus is quite a performer!!! I would recommend the show to all romantically involved couples, or if you really want to hit it up. The idea of a concert at the night park was totally perfect! We want to see it again!!!

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Review 16 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Rufus and Lucy are a perfect team

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Favorite moment: Everything @

Posted 08/07/2009

by gwily7

Rufus was fabulous in a perfect setting for his songs and his sister was an added treat. She's adorable and so talented.

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Favorite moment: Everything @

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Review 17 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Go see Rufus !!

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Posted 08/07/2009

by Maureen1

Location: Longwood Gardens

Great show - he's amazing !! Soooo talented - from piano to guitar - he has a beautiful voice - his duets with his sister were beautiful !! A must-see event - worthy every penny and more !!

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Review 18 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Rufus was FANTASTIC

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Opening act(s): Lucy Wainwright Roche @

Posted 08/07/2009

by KerryO

Location: Wilmington, Delaware

This concert was awesome. Rufus Wainwright is an amazingly talented singer, musician and composer. Hearing him live was a fantastic experience...

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Review 19 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Rufus Wainwright and Lucy Wainwright Roche

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Favorite moment: As Rufus was singing his last song, the fountains behind him started flowing! @

Posted 08/07/2009

by heronwoman

Absolutely magical to see Rufus in the lovely Longwood Gardens. Watching night come on and the moon rise. His song about his father made me cry. His Shakespeare sonnet was wonderful. The crowd was awesomely quiet and attentive to both acts. You could hear a pin drop

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Favorite moment: As Rufus was singing his last song, the fountains behind him started flowing! @

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Review 20 for Rufus Wainwright

5 / 5

Rufus in a Palladian Evening

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Favorite moment: When the fountains behind the stage were turned on at the encore @

Setlist: See above @

Opening act(s): Lucy Wainwright-Roche @

Posted 08/07/2009

by JRBM

Location: Philadelphia

He came on stage and started right off at the piano with "Going to a Town" dedicating it to the "healthcare debate." Rufus' voice was at it's most radiant last night. His keyboard work less so. But the setting was lush and intimate and he went through his set with the intensity and drama that is very much a part of him. My facorite songs he performed: the art teacher, dinner at eight, Les feux d'artifices (from his opera Prima Donna), especially though, Not Ready to Love.

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- Kennett Square @

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- Thu, Aug 6, 2009 @

Favorite moment: When the fountains behind the stage were turned on at the encore @

Setlist: See above @

Opening act(s): Lucy Wainwright-Roche @

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