How exciting. An invitation to spend the evening at a private members' club and watch some delightful cabaret. Honestly, I am spoilt sometimes. Picture it. Saturday night, I’m running through town in the rain. I’m alone because Mr Smith is laid up with something (I didn’t pry!) I’m going to be late so I’m galloping down Shaftesbury Avenue…………… OK, I don’t actually run anywhere. That was an exaggeration. I was doing my best power mince with a look on my face that said “clear the way” and my … [Read more...]
Review of Eve Ferret – Madame Bouffant
Last Friday I was witness to the inaugural performance of Eve Ferret, aka Madame Bouffant as she embarks on her now regular fortnightly residency at Café Koha in the heart of London’s theatreland. Of course, the now infamous Mr Smith came too but more of “that” later. The first thing that I have to say is that when we arrived at the venue we were introduced to Kevin, the manager/producer who, in turn introduced us to Madame Bouffant herself and we had a good five minutes of chat and … [Read more...]
Review of Stasis at The White Bear Theatre
How far are you willing to go to say you're sorry? Well that is the question asked by Stasis, a new play that is premiering at The White Bear, Kennington right now. It tells the story of Ren, a stowaway on a Union spacecraft. Mission uncertain. With the whole crew in stasis and only a hologram and the ship's computer for company, Ren must cope with isolation and depleting oxygen whilst trying to find her way home. It all sounds a bit “trekkie” doesn’t it? Well, it is. The writer, Emily … [Read more...]
Review of Daniel Boys at Proud Cabaret
Hello my dear readers. On Sunday evening I was invited to Proud Cabaret to see Daniel Boys (and others) perform at The Follow Spot. Upon entering the venue, I was greeted with recognition from the very friendly door staff. I was then shown to my very own banquette, complete with my name on a sign. It was clear that they knew who I was and so, along with my guest a night of pampering was prepared for. Unfortunately, being Mother's Day, the absence of a (slightly over) middle aged woman at our … [Read more...]
The Outstanding Actor Seven Keys to Success By Ken Rea
Ken Rea is the senior acting tutor at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London. He began as a professional actor and director in New Zealand working with television and some of the country’s leading theatres. In addition to his work at the Guildhall, he has taught at the national drama academies of China, Indonesia, India, Italy, New Zealand and Canada. He has also worked as a movement coach with many theatre companies including the Royal Shakespeare Company. He has been a regular … [Read more...]