Reviews andTestimonials

http://www.threeweeks.co.uk/article/ed2011-cabaret-review-candid-cabaret-sapphire-rooms-productions/

Friday August 26th, 2011

"In the murky depths of a strip club, we are treated to a veritable smörgåsbord of Fringe performances. From Japanese men in morph suits recreating movie characters to spaghetti-eating opera singer Miss Louisa… what can you expect next? Well, Candid Cabaret offers a wide ranging variety of entertainment. A highlight for me was a Spanish flamenco quartet that had the whole room stomping their feet, followed by a stunning belly dancer who shook her hips to devastating effect, but audiences can also expect contortionist accordion players and a selection of comedians. Perhaps the only let-down in this potentially brilliant night was the compére, who left the audience nonplussed at times, but the variety of acts was brought to a superb conclusion by the dreadlocked bluegrass band that played us out."

tw rating 4/5

by Felicity Martin

Having worked with Serena a lot over the last year, there’s no secret as to why she is one of the all-time favourites at Candid Cabaret: She Is Awesome! On stage she is utterly captivating - showing exceptional technique and imaginative choreography. Off stage, she is one of the most helpful and delightful people you are ever likely to meet. An absolute star and always welcome at Candid Cabaret.

Aurora Winterborn (Candid Cabaret 2012)

Students' Comments:

"Serena's classes are really informal so you don't need to worry about what to wear or how fit you are! The classes are a good way of having a laugh while toning up and she will always make you feel welcome. I have really enjoyed going to her classes and performing. Shake it!"

Karla Cunningham (student and first generation BellyBabies' member)

"The bellydance classes are great fun and good exercise. Serena is an excellent teacher. I have been attending classes for around five years and can definitely recommend them."

Eleanor Trevena (student and member of the BellyBabies)

Streetland (Nemesis Works' Performance and Administration Services):

"Yvonne has contributed to two successful Streetland festivals in 2011 and 2012 through creative and organisational support. Streetland has benefited from her energy, enthusiasm and professionalism. Yvonne works with ease with very different groups of people and is confident in engaging with people in really varied settings including out on the street. We hope to continue working with her in the future"

Alex Wilde (Streetland Steering Group Member)