Ever wondered what happens to a siren when she ages? Join Shirley for an evening of comedy cabaret, dancing and all things fishy as she celebrates the joy of standing out from the shoal.Shirley is here to tell you shell not be put out to sea just yet, thank you very much.Shirleys cabaret sails through many decades of lifes rubbish as a Siren on the rocks!Awards:Halifax Fringe Festival " Hot Seat AwardAlternative Cabaret Battle " 2nd runner upWhat audience and press are saying about Shirley Knot:This show is about a journey that starts with not fitting in, how her parents tried to get her to fit and how she ended up doing something she was good at but didnt enjoy. Its all linked together through songs, shows tunes, comic songs and opera. What is remarkable is Shirleys voice. Powerful, emotive and clear. From the first notes of the first song ... " Joe Angella " Fringe ReviewDebbies background in music was apparent during this show with her Julie Andrews like timbre, making us in awe one minute than laughing the next with her clever parody lyrics. " Emma Gilmore " the EmsWhat a great night. " Murray HechtLoved it! Charming. " Adrian JamesonLove it, Debbie " Debi Jones MaasGo Shirley, Love it. Finling good " Nicholas Quirke

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