Secret of comedy? Time Out

Or that's what I reckon, anyway, as perhaps thanks to the lovely Malcolm Hay's nice little pic and piece about Cabaret Sauvignon in Time Out, we had a good big crowd show up to laugh at us for money last night. I was particularly resplendent with two costume changes and one ridiculous feather showgirl headdress, but far be it from me to take away from the glory of our other acts, who were all unique, special and - more to the point - funny in their own ways.


Me last night, pretty much. Give or take.

First up there was Stuart Goldsmith, a fine young gentleman who was flitting butterfly-like between two (count 'em) gigs last night, but I think gave of his best, as was only right, to us. Comedians' Graveyard got the dregs, naturally. After Stuart we were as ever proud to play host to country music's very own Lily Savage, the lovely Sammy Mavis (played by Sarah-Louise Young) for whom I was very flattered to be mistaken at the bar after the show.

After the interval Cab Sauv recidivist Paul Foot did a great set involving improvisation, audience banter and not knowing when to stop (to be fair he did ask how long he was on for - to which the reply was "We have no idea"). Paul is verily like Forrest Gump's box of chocolates - you never know what you're gonna get, which is why he is endlessly watchable. If you missed him last night, he's got a solo gig at the Hen and Chickens on Monday so pop along - he's well worth it.

And now ... what you've all been waiting for ... the Time Out article!

I know you're all dying to read it so I will reproduce it word for word for those too poor, mean, or locationally challenged to rush out, buy a copy of the magazine and turn to page 68. (Sorry I can't link to it direct, but only parts of the comedy section - i.e. an interview with Shazia Mirza, yawn - are online)



UNCORKING THE CABARET GENIE
The monthly show by the name of Cabaret Sauvignon at The Others in Stoke Newington has more or less anything and everything on offer: sketches, songs, physical comedy*, magic, ventriloquism, pole-dancing - even stand-up.
"We wanted something with a bit more variety to it than the usual one-man-and-his-mike nights," says Katy Darby (pictured, right), who hosts the night along with Dave Key-Pugh (left) Toby Smith (centre) and Natt Tapley. This time round the speical guests include Sammie Mavis Jnr.
Why Cabaret Sauvignon? "We wanted to emphasise the two things that are most important to the average audience member - booze and entertainment. We are dry, fruity, intoxicating and, and in some cases, full-bodied with a cheeky finish. The format's a bit like the Muppet Show," she adds. So, if any performers or Hollywood celebrities fancy appearing, they're welcome to get in touch via the website - it's www.cabaretsauvignon.co.uk

*Paolo Ferrari please stand up - Ed.

Another PR triumph to add to my collection. Potential employers please take note - I hold down a day job, run and publicise a cabaret night, write and perform comedy, pay my bills on time and give excellent head. Job offers to info@beautyandbitch.co.uk or cabaret.sauvignon@gmail.com. No timewasters or perverts.