(Cat Simoni)
An entertaining and enjoyable trip down memory lane. (Review
by Keith Millar)
Cat Simoni is certainly a versatile entertainer. She stylishly
sings the music of everybody from Ella Fitzgerald to Barbara Streisand in her
various cabaret styled shows.
In her latest offering, which is currently on at Durban’s
Rhumbelow Theatre, she transforms into a veritable, and glamorous, rock chick
as she performs a rather diverse selection of rock hits.
It is a rather personal show as Simoni sings the music she
loved and which had an influence on her life as she was growing up. She says she
no longer writes her own original music as there are already so many memorable and
enjoyable tunes waiting to be performed.
Her selection is most certainly an entertaining and
enjoyable trip down memory lane as she sings mega-hits from the likes of The
Eagles, The Beatles, Credence Clearwater Revival, Sting, Pink Floyd, Shania
Twain, Led Zeppelin, Queen, David Bowie, Prince, Boston, Procol Harum and
Stevie Nicks.
I particularly enjoyed her soulful interpretation of songs
such as Hotel California, Stairway to
Heaven, Bohemian Rhapsody and a Whiter
Shade of Pale. Her Sweet Transvestite
from Rocky Horror was also good fun.
Of note is Simoni’s dramatic piano work in accompaniment of
her singing. It is very complimentary to her style and was most impressive. She
also played an acoustic guitar and used backtracks for some of the numbers.
Simoni is an experienced performer whose career includes a
successful ten year stint performing at many of the leading hotels in London. She
has easy and friendly rapport with her audience which is displayed in this show as she chats about the music and
its influence on her life. The result is a laid-back and relaxed evening’s
entertainment which will be enjoyed by all who love good rock music well
performed.
Cat Rocks is
devised and directed by Paul Spence and runs at Rhumbelow Theatre from until
May 1 and again from May 6 to 8. Performances take place on Fridays and
Saturdays at 20h00 and on Sundays at 14h00. There will be an extra performance
on May 8 at 18h30.
Tickets R140 (R120 pensioners and tables of 8 or more). The
venue opens 90 minutes before show for picnic dinner. Take along food picnic
baskets. Braais will be available. There is limited secure parking and booking
is essential. A cash bar is available (no alcohol may be brought on to the
premises).
Booking is through Computicket or contact Roland on 082 499
8636, email roland@stansell.za.net
or visit http://events.durbantheatre.com
Rhumbelow Durban is situated at 42 Cunningham Road off Bartle Road in Umbilo. –
Keith Millar
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