Sing Us a song, You’re the Piano, Anne - Reviews from the web
Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at 9:15PM
From The Pun
…Edmonds is actually an accomplished funny gal. Known for her multiple roles in ABC Online’s “Tough at the Top”, she’s adept at creating characters which reflect the very real, very disturbing populace that make up a large proportion of middle Australia. Clever and cunning, her parodies are insighful social commentaries punctuated with slightly unhinged personal stories, and songs in which she has ingeniously replaced the word “man” with “Anne”. Comedy gold. Edmonds combines these ditties with choreography which displays her natural ability for physical comedy. It’s a style that harks back to early stand-up greats such as Phyllis Diller and Lucille Ball.
The space at the Butterfly Club allows for an intimate show, and great chemistry is achieved between Anne’s crazy antics and the audience. Edmonds show has already been selling out, so if you’re willing to put your life on the line, (if she takes a liking to you, she might follow you to your car – if you get on her bad side…your body may never be found) book your tickets now to avoid missing this talented nutcase.
Read the rest of the review by Caroline Buckle here.
From Aussie Theatre
Edmonds is a confident and charming performer with just the right dose of kookiness. Her views on life are always slightly left of field but not so much that conservative audience members would feel estranged from the show. This show really does cater to a broad audience.
Most cabaret artists know how to sing but sometimes their repertoire between songs lets them down. Edmonds manages to pull both with aplomb and to the delight and hysterics of the audience. She moves fluidly from one craft to another without a hitch. Hell, she can even play the banjo and dance!
Read the rest of the review by Karla Dondio here.
Other cabaret reviews from the Melbourne International Comedy Festival:
I Heart Frankston: the Musical
Carl-Einar Hackner: Big in Sweden
The Bedroom Philosopher: Songs from the 86 Tram
Sveta Dobranoch and The Brown Bears - From Russia with Lust
Geraldine Quinn: Shut Up and Sing
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Other cabaret shows featured in Melbourne International Comedy Festival:
Melbourne Comedy Festival: When The Sex Is Gone @ The Butterfly Club From 25Th March
Melbourne Comedy Festival: In Search Of Atlantis @ The Butterfly Club From 18Th March
Melbourne Comedy Festival: Frisky and Mannish’s School of Pop (UK) Until 18th April
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