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April 08th, 2015
In WILD CHILD IN THE CITY, written and performed by Tjasa Ferme, a Slovenian dynamo, about the adventures of a single woman, shes wild, sexy, fearless, can change clothes in front of us, interact with the audience, including having one of them tie her up, and shows us that even grooming can be really entertaining. Shes Performance Art at its highest level. Shes a Robin Williams- jumping from story to story, character to character, all fascinating. Dating, leaving Slovenia, throughout, shes a top level comedienne with the most sensuous legs in town. She does great puppy, and when she runs I wanted to chase her. There are marvelous holographic projections by Phillip Gulley of her own image, while speaking, projected onto her face and body. Shes a star in looks, flexibility, vivid persona. A unique, terrific actress and dancer with broad dimension. They dont make many this good, with her range. Lily Tomlins first show in New York was in my Mime troupe. I saw her talent and potential. Tjasa has that range of talent and possibility. Its directed with flare, perfect timing and great imagination by Ana Margineanu. Richmond Shepard, Performing Arts Insider, lively-arts.com, Outer Critics Circle. |
April, 2015
I always have some trepidation when I go to hear a singer whose work I dont know. When Carolyn Montgomery-Forant opened her mouth I knew it was going to be good. She has a clear, very musical voice and a persona that fills the room with joy. Her Night and Day is as good as it gets. Shes a terrific comedienne with a great sense of humor, as in her song Would you rather be a mermaid or a whale?And as she advises Never mix alcohol with people. Her lead-in to songs we know are original and delightful. Shes a right on singer with pretty sounds and strong power where needed. Her quartet of fine musicians led by the delicate fingers of Jon Weber and her vocal trio all add up to a show that is a rare treat, and her three quarters left profile reminded me of Shsron Stone. Shell be at the Beechman, 402 W. 42nd St., May 8 and June 12 at 7:00 PM.
Richmond Shepard, Performing Arts Insider, lively-arts.com, Outer Critics Circle. |
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