My favorite Natalie Weiss story: Sme years ago, she appeared as one of a group of "young up-and-comers" at the Duplex. I got seated at a table of an older couple and thier friends. I wasn't impressed with most of the performers, but when Weiss got up I remarked to the group, "Now THIS girl is terrific! I've never heard of her before, but she sure can belt! She's my favorite." The people I was sitting with were her parents and aunt and uncle...I do think I helped to make their evening!
I really want to see solo shows from Sally Wilfert, Alysha Umphress and Rebecca Jones.
"Hurry up and get into your conga clothes - we've got to do something to save this show!"