Fane, the independent programmer at Crazy Coqs at Brasserie Zédel is stepping down at the end of this year after six years and over 3,500 shows at the London cabaret hotspot.
In a joint statement Fane’s James Albrecht, Clemmie Haynes and Alex Fane said: “Programming Crazy Coqs has been a huge privilege – one of the best and most unique opportunities on the London cultural scene. The quality and location of the venue are peerless and the thrill of shaping the programme and working with literally thousands of extraordinary artists has taken our breath away. We wish The Wolseley Hospitality Group and the new Crazy Coqs programming team all success for the next chapter of this unique venue.
“We have had the great fortune to work with artists and promoters from far and wide, hosting memorable debuts, shows exclusively devised for Crazy Coqs, international talent from Europe and the US (with Crazy Coqs becoming the ‘home across the pond’ for many Broadway stars), as well as iconic residency shows, longer runs and annual festivals that have all helped cement Crazy Coqs’ celebrated reputation. For Crazy Coqs, Brasserie Zédel and Fane, much has changed in the last six years, especially since the pandemic, and the timing for a new partnership feels right for all parties.”
Fane’s Crazy Coqs journey began when the venue opened in 2012 and Alex Fane, now MD of Fane, was the floor manager. Alex’s time at the venue under the mentorship of Jeremy King played a significant role in his creative and entrepreneurial journey, and the eventual launch of Fane Productions.
Seeking out the best of emerging and established talent in the UK and the US, the vision has been to present an unrivalled programme of live entertainment. Since 2016 audiences have steadily grown and, by 2019, pre-pandemic, Crazy Coqs played to an average of 78% with some of the busier months closer to 95%.
The current Fane team will remain in place until the end of 2022.
Formerly Corbin & King, the Wolseley Hospitality Group hope to announce in the near future.
Angela Thomas
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