How often are these sorts of productions an excuse for a completely untalented person to hire a hall and put on rubbish which is an embarrassment to all concerned?
An hour play at the Blue Room can sometiumes be hard work. TWO one-hour plays by single actors had to be a nightmare.
Despite my better sense shouting 'don't go!' but as a ardent supporter of any ex-Curtin student, I went along to see John Robertson, who had been pretty good in 'Cosi' but more famous for being the total disaster of Australian Idol. Perhaps he wouldn't be too bad.
The show started with Shane Adamczak (a new actor to me) and I was amazed at his versatility and enthusiasm. The script was clever and his energy unfailing. The time flew by. At times I found his delivery and drive a little tiring - but I have a strong aversion to over the top comedians. But please don't take this as a rejection. This show was brilliant. The script, singing, dancing, acrobatics, the talent was never ending. Great.
Then after such a wonderful first half, I was poised for a let down. John is a friendly, loveable lad who gives the impression of being a plodder and with not a great deal of hope of hitting the big time, but I would still politely watch his show.
John's script that followed was superb. His characterisation of the old soldier - a little like Barry Humphries' old soldier- but better! The movements and expressions flowed. He was a family nightmare. His attitufde to people and especially his relatives made one cringe. But laugh? totally hilarious. John you amazed me and I can forsee a huge future with a little bit of luck.
A fun mail joke by Morgan.
Well done to you both. I'm glad that I didn't miss the second last show - of the extended week.
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Date: 19/11/2005 - 17:32
My interest in two one-man shows was NIL
How often are these sorts of productions an excuse for a completely untalented person to hire a hall and put on rubbish which is an embarrassment to all concerned?
An hour play at the Blue Room can sometiumes be hard work. TWO one-hour plays by single actors had to be a nightmare.
Despite my better sense shouting 'don't go!' but as a ardent supporter of any ex-Curtin student, I went along to see John Robertson, who had been pretty good in 'Cosi' but more famous for being the total disaster of Australian Idol. Perhaps he wouldn't be too bad.
The show started with Shane Adamczak (a new actor to me) and I was amazed at his versatility and enthusiasm. The script was clever and his energy unfailing. The time flew by. At times I found his delivery and drive a little tiring - but I have a strong aversion to over the top comedians. But please don't take this as a rejection. This show was brilliant. The script, singing, dancing, acrobatics, the talent was never ending. Great.
Then after such a wonderful first half, I was poised for a let down. John is a friendly, loveable lad who gives the impression of being a plodder and with not a great deal of hope of hitting the big time, but I would still politely watch his show.
John's script that followed was superb. His characterisation of the old soldier - a little like Barry Humphries' old soldier- but better! The movements and expressions flowed. He was a family nightmare. His attitufde to people and especially his relatives made one cringe. But laugh? totally hilarious. John you amazed me and I can forsee a huge future with a little bit of luck.
A fun mail joke by Morgan.
Well done to you both. I'm glad that I didn't miss the second last show - of the extended week.