“Blackhurst is a huggable performer with a positive attitude, a sunny voice and a refreshing sense of humor. Merman would be proud of the tribute. One can almost hear her encouraging words from the wings, ‘Sing out, Klea!’”
Variety
Read More“Blackhurst brings down the house using her rich Midler-esque voice to terrific effect. A smart, funny tribute….Brava, Klea – this is one helluva show!”
Time Out New York
Read More“Pauline Kael once wrote that it takes a star to play a star. If that’s true, then Klea Blackhurst is a star…Make no mistake here: This is a career making turn!”
Village Voice
Read More“Klea Blackhurst’s show was a powerhouse of energy and intelligence. It just blew you away.”
Time Out New York
Read More“An ebullient tribute with a fresh musical perspective……Klea Blackhurst brings out a Merman trait that many overlook: her jovial sense of swing.”
Stephen Holden, New York Times
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