The Australian Shakespeare Company’s Macbeth is a wonderful example of what happens when the wrong man is given all the power.
Powell was an excellent MC, providing the audience with chatty anecdotes about the early days of Sun Records under Sam Phillips.
Champagne, exquisite showgirls, a suave oh-so-French MC, simply extraordinary aerialists, gorgeous costumes, sensual dance moves, comedy, risqué banter, sequins, feathers, barely-there lingerie.
Damian Power had more than a few good comedic moments, however his super relaxed manner often came across as under rehearsed, even ill-prepared. It really surprises me to see an experienced comedian refer to notes.
Last year’s show was so hysterically funny and in a more intimate venue the following show had a lot to live up to.
Following on from the success of the hit musical, Matilda, another adaptation of a classic Roald Dahl story makes its Australian stage debut.
There is something so magical in watching a child look at such a big task and showing a hopeful look of 'that could be me'...