Hes a velvety-voiced opera singer with a voice to die for. Hes a classical cellist who has performed as a soloist in many of the major concert halls in the world. Hes a theatrical storyteller with a demonically cunning way with words. What Matthew Sharp is doing on the Edinburgh Fringe, I dont know.Actually, I do hes doing a damned good job entertaining people with his unique blend of musical storytelling, opera and performance art. In this show, he tells the story of Johnny, whos been taken into another world, leaving Matthew behind to go after him and rescue him and the world, it turns out in the process.Sharp creates a fantasy world all of his own, into which he takes the audience as he explores it. Its a world full of mavericks and improbable happenings cities that come to life in a world overlaying our own; black camels that foretell doom; and playful little vignettes which he tosses up like a light virtual salad to break up a beautifully-balanced adventure story, never ever making a meal of things.His playful connection with the audience is beautifully judged. This is a gem of a show. Dont miss it.
