The Tony and Emmy award winning Ms
Leslie Uggams embodies the lyrics of that classic Rodgers and Hammerstein
tune with every fiber of her being. From the moment she graces the
stage, you instantly feel her electricity. You also bear witness to someone
who truly, madly, and deeply loves performing. She has been doing it
since she was six years old, and after her show last night at 54 Below, Ms. Uggams proved
that she has no intentions of stopping now. At the age of 69, Ms Uggams
serves up a veritable feast of songs in her nightclub act. Each one is tastier than the one
before. The various arrangements
of many of these standards, coupled with Ms.Uggams brand of soulfulness and
sass, are like experiencing a Master Class on “This Is How You Do It, Baby!” Get thee to 54 Below, and watch her hold court. There truly is nothing like a dame,
and Dame Uggams is STILL one of the best.
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