Sofie Lemaire and Bent Van Looy take an open, eager and curious look at culture and cultural events. Culture in the broadest sense of the word, live from the heart of Antwerp, Belgium with weekly guests from home and abroad, concerts and performances.
Four friends, the actors Xosé A. Touriñán and David Perdomo, and the actresses Fátima Pego and Noemí Rodríguez meet in a bar where they talk about life, their personal experiences and worries. Each of them will remember an anecdote that gives way to sketches, in which the four friends play different characters. Comedy is present at all times in this format that mixes social gatherings and comic sketches and in which the spontaneity of each of the participants comes first.
The short-lived variety show, hosted by Gene Di Novi on piano and vocalist Jodie Drake, offered a captivating blend of music and conversation in its half-hour format. Renowned musicians like Clark Terry, Joe Venuti, Gene Lees, and Phyllis Marshall graced the show as guests, showcasing the best in jazz. The rhythm section boasted talents like Michel Donato on bass and Jerry Fuller on drums, enriching the performances. Produced in Toronto by Bob Gibbons, the series highlighted exceptional musical collaborations and remains a testament to the era's jazz brilliance.