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City, State: Stamford, CT. Comments: My friend gave herself a 60th birthday party at no less than the Stamford Center for the Arts...and Richard was the headliner performer at this event. So, what does he do... He does the most incredible (and only performer who is personally authorized by Miss Channing to do so) cabaret act as Carol Channing. It is not a spoof, it is not an act that in any way trashes Carol, it is just Carol. His makeup, affectations, the voice are Carol. At a late point in the act.....Carol says...."Now, we are going to become a little patriotic....and sing the national anthem...."...and then she breaks into a full blown singing of...."Diamonds are A Girl's Best Friend." The "house" went wild! He is witty and tells the story of Carol's life and everyone (and I watched the faces of this multi aged audience carefully) just ate it up and loved every minute! She sends some of her glistening glittery rings into the audience. I caught two and when I spoke with him a few months later about the possibility of appearing somewhere...I told him I caught two of Carol's rings....and he promptly cautioned..."well, don't bother to get them appraised." But, Richard is a gifted singer, has won many awards, is very community oriented and of course, it is the most terrific performance. When it is over--every member of the audience was joyful.The act is a knockout! Claire Nathan
City, State: NYC Comments: I just so enjoyed being on stage with Richard Skipper for the DANCERS OVER 40 TRIBUTE TO GOWER CHAMPION. He was so natural, warm, funny and so spontaneous and so into Carol's humour. I rather missed him the next day. Richard is not a caricature, which is great. What a terrific addition to our Gower show. Hope to see him soon again Love, Nicole Barth (original cast of HELLO, DOLLY!)
City, State: NYC Website: http://www.karenkohler.com/ Comments: I'm so glad I was at Dutch Treat last week. How very entertaining to see Richard Skipper's "Carol" again - it felt great to laugh so deeply and often. He is quite the pro with the crowds and the quick repartee - really delightful. Kudos to a great performance! Karen Kohler
City, State: Merrick, NY Website: http://www.getgala.com Comments: I just wanted to say that I had the very fortunate experience of FINALLY catching Richard's Performance at the Wings Theatre in the Village- in NYC. ALL I can say is WOW. I was quite impressed and I don't give that away very easily! Richard is truly a unique treasure. He breaks most molds for both Artists and Female Impersonators (a male Impersonating a female). I have worked with some of the best in the Industry for years. Jimmy James is one that comes to mind that also is able to embody the Artists he portrays. While most Female Impersonators are unable to use their real voices to sound like, never the less sing like the Artists they are performing as (they usually Lip Sync everything), Richard has the incredible ability to do both masterfully. Richards comic Timing, combined with thorough knowledge of Carol's life history is woven into an enjoyable show about the life of Carol Channing, as if she were right there delivering it herself. Richard's show completes this journey with audience interaction and a Q & A period as Carol. I attended this show with my daughter Halle a 4 year old, soon to be 5 going on 30! She loved it, she loves all Theatre, Dance and Singing and I suspect she is the one in our family who will soon be following in her Aunt Taylor Dayne's footsteps. Richard had another young girl, in his Sold-out audience, as well. They had to even add additional chairs for seating. Thank-you Richard for your very kind attention to my daughter after the show, I know she will remember this for a long time to come. You are bringing Carol Channing, her life and music to a whole new generation; KUDOS. Richard never breaks character once (the sign of a consummate professional) and the audience easily suspends their disbelief that Carol Channing is actually there. I heard someone behind me quietly state with surprise to their friend next to them, "He is a real Artist". Richard assembled a true cast of pros that was wonderfully led by Director Miles phillips and Tracy Wilson's choreography and staging really made great use of Richard's supporting cast of three back-up Dancer/Singers, while musical Director Paul L. Johnson assembled a wonderful trio of piano, bass and drums that did not over power the show and greatly enhanced it. All in all it was a fun and enjoyable time out that I believe most any audience could enjoy. Richard's show will play to seniors, corporates, social and family audiences with great ease. I highly recommend you catch him when you can. A true treasure that I am proud to know and look forward to booking whenever possible!! Hugh Wunderman Senior Producer & Creative Director A Gala Event Merrick, NY
City, State: San Jose, CA Comments: I've seen Richard Skipper perform a number of times and his tribute to Carol Channing is incredible. His impersonation of Carol is dead on, his energy is huge, his improvisational skills are phenominal, and he respects and honors Ms. Channing through it all! In fact - I know that Richard and Carol are good friends. So - if you think Carol is #1 - you might ask HER what she thinks of Richard Skipper. I'm absolutely sure she'll tell you that he is #1 as well. |
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