Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Fringe Review: A Man, A Magic, A Music

A Man, A Magic, A Music
Granville Island Stage
Sunday, September 14 2008 9:15pm

Movin' Melvin Brown brings the history of Black Music to life in his one man show. He's got the rich soulful voice, the athletic moves, and the red satin tuxedo to bring back to life Chubby Checker, Chuck Berry, Ray Charles, The Temptations, James Brown, Gregory Hines, and many other legendary Black performers.

The history of Black music from the 1950s onward is also Brown's personal history. As a young boy he discovers his calling for performing and his life parallels the development of Black music and dance. With a warm, personable delivery he tells his life history with all its ups and downs, but its the music which keeps him and us coming back for more.

This year's Fringe ends on a high note.

5/5

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