A Friend of Dorothy: Anthems of Pride - 9 out of 10
Eliza Hall at City of Prospect – Payinthi
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Lindsay Prodea’s A Friend of Dorothy: Anthems of Pride is a
celebration of everything that makes one proud to be queer.
From Lindsay’s first line, “I am what I am,” from behind the
curtain before stepping proudly into the spotlight and transitioning to Queen’s
Don’t Stop Me Now, you know you’re in for a treat. The way he merges pride
anthems together seamlessly catches you out every time he does it.
Lindsay takes you on a journey through queer history of the
last 100 years with a focus on the music scene; how queer communities have
claimed their anthems from allies and community members alike. From Cole Porter
and Judy Garland, to Chappell Roan and Kylie Minogue, Lindsay weaves the story
of the queer fight for existence and acceptance throughout the show. He shares
anecdotes from the annals of history – from the US military holding an
investigation to track down “Dorothy” and all of her queer gay friends, to the
hilarious irony of the US Navy describing lesbians as “hard-working,
career-oriented, and willing to put in the long hours.”
Lindsay’s voice soars with joy celebrating those that paved
the way before. Changing his vocal quality and stage presence for each song,
Lindsay maintains the energy and enthusiasm from first note to the last and
drags the audience along for the joyous ride.
The 4 piece band that Lindsay shares the stage with are
incredibly talented. And when being led by Peter Johns on keys, what else would
you expect?! Jon Wilson on bass and Jack Barton on drums provide rock solid
grooves as Lindsay leaps from musical to disco to ballad. Mykaela McQueen on
guitar provides some stunning colour and counter melodies to the show (and was
it a trick of the light or does her pink cowboy hat have a light-up brim?).
Lindsay’s producer and partner, Matthew Liersch, makes a
couple of cameo appearances throughout to great effect and hilarity!
Celebrating queer anthems, Lindsay’s Friend of Dorothy is an
eclectic mix of music that will have you itching for more and wishing you had
joined in the singing earlier.
–Scott
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