June Kamerling
Songs in the Key of June
The Duplex, NYC, October 27, 2018
Reviewed by Chris Struck for Cabaret Scenes
June Kamerling’s performance at The Duplex became a dazzling escape from normal life, which is the life for many of New York’s performing artists who’d rather be on a stage than at a day job. Kamerling’s recent foray into cabaret is aided by her straight-forward style, relaxed manner, and confidence all benefiting her show, even when songs didn’t go smoothly. Music director Ron Drotos performed magic at the keys, and guest Donald Martin joined her for a pair of songs.
Her great song choices also added to the success of the show.
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She executed the surprising choice of “Somewhere Only We Know” (Tim Rice-Oxley, Tom Chaplin, Richard Hughes) making it sound like something stolen from a ’70s flower band. It helped that she hit the notes well on the important lines beseeching, “Why don’t we go somewhere only we know.” While there wasn’t much linking the songs, Kamerling laid out her show in a way that kept it flowing and fun. She impressed on John Bucchino’s “Sweet Dreams” and put extra effort into lyrics like “Run away to another skin” and “still dreaming sweet dreams,” which could refer to the dream of appearing on a stage,.
Drotos’s piano requires a mention. His Scott Joplin-ified version of Pachelbel’s Canon left a strong impression. Meanwhile, Martin’s performance of “Home” from The Wiz felt emotionally resonant and was another one of the best moments of the show. Perhaps Kamerling will find her way back to New York again soon to live out another dream.
