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SHOW REVIEWS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “Wow….L-O-V-E-D it Luisa was amazing and her dancers were incredible - 101.5 Silk FM Kelowna -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “It’s like watching the real TINA TURNER” - Gloria Macarenko, CBC NEWS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The tour de force performance of Luisa Marshall's "Tina - A Rock 'N Roll Journey" was a night to remember, for all. The amazing production was so richly textured and vastly entertaining. A very vibrant energy was pervasive throughout the entire event, from the pre-show buzz to the photo-op after the show. The production value is second to none , with impeccable attention being evident at all levels, from the effective use of multimedia, lighting affects, costuming, and choreography, etc. Now let’s get to the very core of this magical night, the talent on stage. The depth of talent has to be seen to be appreciated, because there is a genuine passion and joy in all the performers. Luisa's performance encapsulates the phenomenon of Tina so well that only one word seems to fit - authentic. With the uncanny look, vocals, style, and vitality of Tina, Luisa is in her own right, phenomenal. Now add to the mix her amazing supporting cast and crew and what we have here is an unforgettable event. The eight dancers, are such a treat for the senses. Obviously all are deeply talented, but it's their impressive energy and passion during the performances that added the very dynamic and dramatic dimension to the show. The accompanying band of five very talented musicians; lead guitar, bass guitar, sax, keyboards and drums, provided the sight and sound dimension. The lighting effects and multimedia projection which did so much to set the mood and tone throughout the full two hour performance was wonderfully engineered by none other than Steve Marshall .Finally ,there was still another component to the magic of that night, the audience. Like Tina, Luisa also reaches out to the audience and the appreciative crowd returns the favor. I had a unique position of being able to be wherever as the photographer, so I got close and personal, from all perspectives. I could see, feel, hear the joy from the audience; its in their eyes, smiles, and thunderous applause after each number and even at the beginning of some. I could also observe the same joy and gratitude on all the performers in response. It was a very positive and joyous experience and to borrow from a song title, "Simply The Best". Tom Young – Professional Photographer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kootenay News – Kerstin Renner, Kootenay News Editor – (May 30/07) With a trip from Nutbush, Tennessee, to the big stages of the world, the audience at the Key City Theatre was invited on a dazzling ride last Friday night. Luisa Marshall and her troupe of dancers recreated the amazing journey of Tina Turner, showing people how the talented young singer Anna Mae Bullock turned into the queen of rock ‘n roll. The performance was any-where between concert, musical and multi-media show and done on an incredibly high level. At the centre of the action was Luisa Marshall, a Tina Turner impersonator from Vancouver who not only shared an uncanny likeness with the rock star, but was able to bring her spirit to the Key City. Perched on dangerously high stiletto heals for the entire show, Marshall mastered every detail of the performance, from the typical bowlegged stance to the characteristic, slightly choppy arm movements and robotic dance steps. Her voice had the signature sound with its powerful and slightly nasal quality. Like the original Tina, Marshall also proved a person with a height under five foot five could command an entire stage with her presence. Besides Tina Turner’s greatest hits, the audience also got an unbelievable dance show by the six cast members of the show, according to Marshall “the happiest feet you’ve ever see.” There was plenty to look at for the fans as “Tina impressed them with glitzy and ultra-short costumes – modeled after original show pieces - and great legs to go with them. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Oct.4 / 2006 WED... The Northern View... Life & Arts ... by Shaun Thomas The life and music of Tina Turner took centre stage in Prince Rupert on Sept.30 as Luisa Marshall's "TINA" -- A Rock 'n Roll Journey played to a large crowd at the Lester Center of Arts. The show told the story of Tina's rise to the top of the music industry, and left no portion of the singer's life untold. With the help of images showing on the huge screen in the background, the show began with Tina's life in Nutbush, Tennessee, accompanied with Marshall's rendition of "Nutbush City Limits", and covered her time with Ike Turner, how her newfound Buddhist faith helped her relationship and do it alone, the meeting with Roger Davies in 1979 that helped her to rediscover her rock and roll roots, her first number one song with "What's Love Got To Do With It", and her starring role in "Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome" before concluding with Tina as the reigning Queen of Rock and Roll with the release of her Twenty Four Seven album in 2000. The writing and pacing of the story truly captured the life of this unique performer. Just as spectacular as the story was the performance put on by Marshall and her dancers. Marshall truly owned the stage and, more importantly, the role of Tina Turner the performer. Her powerful vocals and stage antics mimicked those of Turner herself, and the variery of costumes and looks she brought to the show helped bring across the different eras and the evolution of the singer. The dancers, including Prince Rupert's own Marco Arimare who turned in a great performance in front of his hometown crowd, did nothing but add to both story and the performance. Donning costumes that varied from churchgoers in the opening number to glitzy disco clothes to reflect some of the style of the late 70's, the dancers added more to the concept of a progression through time, and the interaction between male and female dancers helped capture the essence of certain songs during the performance. "TINA" --- A Rock 'n Roll Journey delivers what it promises audiences in spades, and by the end of the show everyone was singing along in agreement that Tina is "Simply The Best" -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hi Steve, 1) I wanted to pass along my sentiments again in regards to the show in Campbell River Saturday night... it knocked my darn socks off!!! I've lived in Campbell River for 8 years...and have attended (and performed in) many shows over the years at the Tidemark. I've seen several big name entertainers there, and a couple of high quality tribute shows (including ABBA-mania) and I've never witnessed a show like Luisa's, or such an audience response! Thanks again to the whole gang for putting on an amazing performance that a lot of us are still talking about (in fact, I'm about to mention it on the air in 2 minutes...on The Eagle 97.3 FM...plugging your December show in Courtenay too)! 2) I was hoping to get an e-mail copy of the photos you took of myself (the guy with spikey hair in the leather jacket), my wife, and Cheryl (who interviewed Luisa for CRTV earlier in the day). You can zap 'em to this address! Thanks in advance, Ryan Mennie ryan@islandradio.bc.ca www.973theeagle.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hello Steve/ Luisa I just have to get back to you and congratulate you on an outstanding performance! The energy was amazing, as was the choreography and visual presentation. The dancers were captivating! And of course Louisa's talent impersonating Tina Turner was 100%... perfect! Summed up, the show was "simply the best"! Keep up the great work! Tom Thomas Advertising Sales Manager Nanaimo Bulletin Newspaper -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Steve: I'm sorry we never got a chance to meet at the ACT on Friday. I was there with some guests - people from 10 years old to 60 - and everyone had a great time! Your lovely wife is a dead ringer for Tina from where I was sitting, and she certainly won the crowd over with her sincere portrayal. Thank you for the numerous 'plugs', all of which were noticed by anyone who knew me. I saw my logo and my name on the screen before the show and was pleased with that, but Luisa reading my name out on stage was a real nice surprise. I just received an email from a contest winner thanking me for her tickets. That doesn't happen very often, and as I said , everyone who came as my guest truly enjoyed every minute of the show. Good luck with future shows and I hope you'll contact me again when you return to the ACT. Jim Coulter - Publisher (Maple Ridge News) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- My I take this opportunity to congratulate you both on a phenomenal performance staged at the Centennial Theatre on January 26, 2007 in North Vancouver. The energy, passion, and your ability to touch your audience at their core, Luisa, is a trait that is truly seen only in performers that are simply the best! Steven, your managerial behind the scenes dedication, commitment and attention to detail were exemplified in the show's fluidity, expression and evident successful result. May I extend to you much success in your future endeavours and may God bless you for providing a way of touching people's hearts! Yours in health, Dr. Peter W. Mulyk Galactic Chiropractic Divine Design -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is not a booking, but I wanted to tell you that I just saw your show in Trail. You are incredibly talented as is your group. The show was is fantabulous. I would definitely come to your show again, and if you do come back here, I will tell everyone I know to go and see you. Thank you thank you for coming to a little place like Trail to entertain us in a big way. May you be blessed with continued success. Helen Smith (Trail, BC) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Most of the School District #36 (Surrey) purchasing department was in the front row of last night’s performance as was I. The new show is fabulous! Thank everyone for a spectacular performance and an incredible evening of superb entertainment!!! ‘simply the best’ says it all! Ps…My hands are still stinging from clapping so much and my voice is just now returning from singing with Luisa! Cheers, Helen -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LAST NIGHT WE HAD THE HONOUR OF SEEING LUISA MARSHALL HERE IN SURREY BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA. WHAT A SHOW. UNBELIVABLE. WILL SHE BE DOING ANOTHER SHOW AROUND THIS AREA? IF SO, WHERE AND WHEN?? CHUCK MACINTOSH -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hi Luisa, Got to see your show last night. INCREDIBLE. Thanks for a great evening. Hope your trip to Trail went well since you mentioned that you had hoped there would be no winding roads....HA.... Your simply the best...... Sincerely, Janice -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hello all. Just saw your show last night in Nanaimo and thoroughly enjoyed every minute. What a great experience. It was like Tina herself was on stage. The dancers as well were awesome. We just saw ''Chicago" in New York and can easily say that any of your 8 dancers would not have been out of place on that stage. Well done all and all the best. Doug and Noreen Martin Nanaimo
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