Solo Spot
Wed, 2 Feb 2011, 09:19 amGordon the Optom1 post in thread
Solo Spot
Wed, 2 Feb 2011, 09:19 am‘Solo Spot’ is a series of eight evenings, giving the chance for new writers to write and perform their own pieces. Each week, on the Tuesday and Friday nights, six performers will perform their 15-minute monologues. The shows and performers changing for each of the four weeks.
These performances are at the Blue Room Main Theatre, 53 James Street, Northbridge commencing at 8.30pm.
‘Ruff, Ruff’ written and performed by Summer Williams, is the hilarious story of agoraphobic Elsie and her racist dog, Gordon (thanks Summer!!). Elsie is desperately trying to re-educate her xenophobic dog, but with only SBS to watch on the TV, and her psychological inability to leave the house, the challenge is massive. Great costume, good storyline and dry humour presentation. Very funny.
‘Heartworm’ intelligently written and performed by Shirley Van Sanden.
This is quite a serious and sad story of a veterinary surgeon’s family. Presented in a semi-flippant way, Shirley delivers the unusual tale. A rich and clever script.
‘Smells like Teen Spirit’ written and performed by Andrea Gibbs, is based on the true story of her first trip to the local drinking hole in Donnybrook as an excited, under-aged teenager. It was here that Andrea learnt more than the taste of beer. Very funny, beautifully performed. This will be expanded into Andrea’s show ‘Grow up’.
‘The Saturday Shift’ written and performed by 17-years old Isabel Hughes.
The scene is a fashion shop, where Isabel does her Saturday stint. Business is poor, the clothes that she has to sell are tasteless – she is bored stiff. Isabel’s only companion to talk to is the mannequin with a blonde wig, ‘which would make a good merkin’. With clever delivery, and the service industry’s insincerity, we are taken through a day in the store.
Well done. Meticulously observed and presented, I am sure we will see more of Isabel.
‘Herpes’ written and performed by Nadia Collins.
This natural comedian takes us through the pathetic life of a chain-smoking, alcoholic, potential sex queen. Script filled with new ideas and observations.
Exceptionally funny, deadpan delivery.
‘The Lion’ written and performed by American Grand Slam winner, guest storyteller Margot Leitman.
Margot tells us of her days in College. Her teenage ideals, her ways and her frustrated loves.
A renowned comic, she held the audience delightfully in the palm of her hand.
This is a wonderful start to the Solo Spot series and another exciting year at the Blue Room.
These performances are at the Blue Room Main Theatre, 53 James Street, Northbridge commencing at 8.30pm.
‘Ruff, Ruff’ written and performed by Summer Williams, is the hilarious story of agoraphobic Elsie and her racist dog, Gordon (thanks Summer!!). Elsie is desperately trying to re-educate her xenophobic dog, but with only SBS to watch on the TV, and her psychological inability to leave the house, the challenge is massive. Great costume, good storyline and dry humour presentation. Very funny.
‘Heartworm’ intelligently written and performed by Shirley Van Sanden.
This is quite a serious and sad story of a veterinary surgeon’s family. Presented in a semi-flippant way, Shirley delivers the unusual tale. A rich and clever script.
‘Smells like Teen Spirit’ written and performed by Andrea Gibbs, is based on the true story of her first trip to the local drinking hole in Donnybrook as an excited, under-aged teenager. It was here that Andrea learnt more than the taste of beer. Very funny, beautifully performed. This will be expanded into Andrea’s show ‘Grow up’.
‘The Saturday Shift’ written and performed by 17-years old Isabel Hughes.
The scene is a fashion shop, where Isabel does her Saturday stint. Business is poor, the clothes that she has to sell are tasteless – she is bored stiff. Isabel’s only companion to talk to is the mannequin with a blonde wig, ‘which would make a good merkin’. With clever delivery, and the service industry’s insincerity, we are taken through a day in the store.
Well done. Meticulously observed and presented, I am sure we will see more of Isabel.
‘Herpes’ written and performed by Nadia Collins.
This natural comedian takes us through the pathetic life of a chain-smoking, alcoholic, potential sex queen. Script filled with new ideas and observations.
Exceptionally funny, deadpan delivery.
‘The Lion’ written and performed by American Grand Slam winner, guest storyteller Margot Leitman.
Margot tells us of her days in College. Her teenage ideals, her ways and her frustrated loves.
A renowned comic, she held the audience delightfully in the palm of her hand.
This is a wonderful start to the Solo Spot series and another exciting year at the Blue Room.