Mark Storen's 'A Drunken Cabaret'
Wed, 15 Aug 2007, 11:39 amGordon the Optom1 post in thread
Mark Storen's 'A Drunken Cabaret'
Wed, 15 Aug 2007, 11:39 amMark Storen’s ‘A Drunken Cabaret’ is showing at the Subiaco Arts Centre Studio – I’m sorry but don’t know until when. This is a 60-minute cabaret style show, with an intimate atmosphere, under the direction of Melissa Cantwell with further assistance from Peter Webb, starts at 8.00 pm.
As shown on the latest ‘Theatre.asn’ poll, cabarets and one-man shows are not particularly popular. However if the voters were to see this sparkling show, I’m sure it would change a few minds. We all know Mark for his dry, outrageous comedy, but in this performance there is virtually no straight, spoken comedy. The cabaret consists of a couple of dozen newly penned songs, written and produced in the guise of well-known hits of the 1980s and 90s. Mark, whilst not actually naming the artist that he is mimicking, is brilliant in the renditions.
He has certainly unleashed a talent that I hadn’t seen from him before, a quality singer. The songs covered everything from an Aussie bush ballad, a James Bond-like theme tune, to a George Melly jazz rendition. He even had the Red Barron singing followed by a Kenny Everett / Sacha Distel impersonation of a French lover. There were many hidden references.
The variety and styles were endless. Some of the songs were not quite politically correct, but there were many humorous and touching moments. Mark’s voice handled all the genres amazingly.
Technically, this show was perfect. Vincenzo Perrella’s visuals were interesting, varied and proficient. Chris Isaac’s lighting ‘spot’ on, but the bouquet must go to the sound section produced by Steve Hearne. The backing track by musicians Chloe, Damian and Claire, comprised a variety of instruments which at times gave a full orchestral effect. The backing singers, Analisa Bell and Brodie Caporn, were multilayered. The overall effect was that of a quality music CD.
The success and overall enjoyment of the show was obvious by the second song when the audience, unprompted, joined in and started waving their arms to the music. This was a fun, very clever and totally professional show, thoroughly enjoyed by all in the audience.
As shown on the latest ‘Theatre.asn’ poll, cabarets and one-man shows are not particularly popular. However if the voters were to see this sparkling show, I’m sure it would change a few minds. We all know Mark for his dry, outrageous comedy, but in this performance there is virtually no straight, spoken comedy. The cabaret consists of a couple of dozen newly penned songs, written and produced in the guise of well-known hits of the 1980s and 90s. Mark, whilst not actually naming the artist that he is mimicking, is brilliant in the renditions.
He has certainly unleashed a talent that I hadn’t seen from him before, a quality singer. The songs covered everything from an Aussie bush ballad, a James Bond-like theme tune, to a George Melly jazz rendition. He even had the Red Barron singing followed by a Kenny Everett / Sacha Distel impersonation of a French lover. There were many hidden references.
The variety and styles were endless. Some of the songs were not quite politically correct, but there were many humorous and touching moments. Mark’s voice handled all the genres amazingly.
Technically, this show was perfect. Vincenzo Perrella’s visuals were interesting, varied and proficient. Chris Isaac’s lighting ‘spot’ on, but the bouquet must go to the sound section produced by Steve Hearne. The backing track by musicians Chloe, Damian and Claire, comprised a variety of instruments which at times gave a full orchestral effect. The backing singers, Analisa Bell and Brodie Caporn, were multilayered. The overall effect was that of a quality music CD.
The success and overall enjoyment of the show was obvious by the second song when the audience, unprompted, joined in and started waving their arms to the music. This was a fun, very clever and totally professional show, thoroughly enjoyed by all in the audience.
Gordon the OptomWed, 15 Aug 2007, 11:39 am
Mark Storen’s ‘A Drunken Cabaret’ is showing at the Subiaco Arts Centre Studio – I’m sorry but don’t know until when. This is a 60-minute cabaret style show, with an intimate atmosphere, under the direction of Melissa Cantwell with further assistance from Peter Webb, starts at 8.00 pm.
As shown on the latest ‘Theatre.asn’ poll, cabarets and one-man shows are not particularly popular. However if the voters were to see this sparkling show, I’m sure it would change a few minds. We all know Mark for his dry, outrageous comedy, but in this performance there is virtually no straight, spoken comedy. The cabaret consists of a couple of dozen newly penned songs, written and produced in the guise of well-known hits of the 1980s and 90s. Mark, whilst not actually naming the artist that he is mimicking, is brilliant in the renditions.
He has certainly unleashed a talent that I hadn’t seen from him before, a quality singer. The songs covered everything from an Aussie bush ballad, a James Bond-like theme tune, to a George Melly jazz rendition. He even had the Red Barron singing followed by a Kenny Everett / Sacha Distel impersonation of a French lover. There were many hidden references.
The variety and styles were endless. Some of the songs were not quite politically correct, but there were many humorous and touching moments. Mark’s voice handled all the genres amazingly.
Technically, this show was perfect. Vincenzo Perrella’s visuals were interesting, varied and proficient. Chris Isaac’s lighting ‘spot’ on, but the bouquet must go to the sound section produced by Steve Hearne. The backing track by musicians Chloe, Damian and Claire, comprised a variety of instruments which at times gave a full orchestral effect. The backing singers, Analisa Bell and Brodie Caporn, were multilayered. The overall effect was that of a quality music CD.
The success and overall enjoyment of the show was obvious by the second song when the audience, unprompted, joined in and started waving their arms to the music. This was a fun, very clever and totally professional show, thoroughly enjoyed by all in the audience.
As shown on the latest ‘Theatre.asn’ poll, cabarets and one-man shows are not particularly popular. However if the voters were to see this sparkling show, I’m sure it would change a few minds. We all know Mark for his dry, outrageous comedy, but in this performance there is virtually no straight, spoken comedy. The cabaret consists of a couple of dozen newly penned songs, written and produced in the guise of well-known hits of the 1980s and 90s. Mark, whilst not actually naming the artist that he is mimicking, is brilliant in the renditions.
He has certainly unleashed a talent that I hadn’t seen from him before, a quality singer. The songs covered everything from an Aussie bush ballad, a James Bond-like theme tune, to a George Melly jazz rendition. He even had the Red Barron singing followed by a Kenny Everett / Sacha Distel impersonation of a French lover. There were many hidden references.
The variety and styles were endless. Some of the songs were not quite politically correct, but there were many humorous and touching moments. Mark’s voice handled all the genres amazingly.
Technically, this show was perfect. Vincenzo Perrella’s visuals were interesting, varied and proficient. Chris Isaac’s lighting ‘spot’ on, but the bouquet must go to the sound section produced by Steve Hearne. The backing track by musicians Chloe, Damian and Claire, comprised a variety of instruments which at times gave a full orchestral effect. The backing singers, Analisa Bell and Brodie Caporn, were multilayered. The overall effect was that of a quality music CD.
The success and overall enjoyment of the show was obvious by the second song when the audience, unprompted, joined in and started waving their arms to the music. This was a fun, very clever and totally professional show, thoroughly enjoyed by all in the audience.