Have you ever been on several failed dates and lived to tell the tale? Sexy Rude Harp Concert explores the idea of trying to find the perfect match and a happy ever after in an honest, engaging and humourous way through personal anecdotes, harp playing and original songs parodying opera. Bringing all these different genres together, what you see is a woman on the edge of self discovery through her own sexuality as she tries to overcome her own doubts and past trauma by going on a sexual conquest of empowerment and more.
There is never a dull moment in Sexy Rude Harp Concert
Sam Hickman from the word go is upfront about her own journey trying to find a man. She uses anecdotes from her own life that lead her to where she is today sexually, creatively and musically that enables us to connect and relate to her as a person. From introducing us to a mother who scarred her by saying 'If I stayed a lesbian, I wouldn't have had you', we immediately see someone who is vulnerable and creates her own therapy using her harp playing and setting out to get revenge in a cheeky way on her mother despite them reconciling their differences. Part of that revenge explores finding something her mother couldn't have; a man. The way Hickman weaves in and out of each adventure into the next song is so slick that you have to stay on your toes as the jokes keep coming hard and fast. However, she is not afraid to have her moments of stillness to keep the variety fresh and to lure you into a false sense of security before another pun arrives.
Hickman's skills as a performer are mesmerising as she tells her stories, but what really makes this show stand out is her harp playing and singing skills. Like a spider web, she weaves every note and lyric together so well that it gives the impression of someone who is out to make her mark on the world. Imagine Drag Race's Michelle Visage mixed with the musical and comedic ability of Victoria Wood and you have Sam Hickman. There is never a dull moment in Sexy Rude Harp Concert and the more you watch and participate, the more sassy the show gets with Hickman's charming way of luring you in.
Sexy Rude Harp Concert is for adults who love pure, honest comedy, burlesque routines, unique songs and music that enhances the soul. Not to be missed.