Like many a Tony Awards winner, Frances Ruffelle’s name is not necessarily instantly recognizable. But her voice is. For anyone who has listened to the original recording of Les Miserables, they will know that she is not just the woman who originated the role of Eponine in the musical, she is the definitive voice of the character. Ruffelle will bring her one-woman show, Frances Ruffelle Live(s) in New York to Rockwell Table and Stage on October 6th.
Don’t expect a standard cabaret show. That isn’t what she does. She assembles songs and stories around a given narrative. If you are expecting a review of her career and the songs that go with those shows, you’ll be disappointed. But if you’re looking for strong singing and a an equal strong story, Live(s) in New York is for you.
We will have an interview with Ruffelle soon. Be sure to check back here to read what she has to say about her approach to these performances.
On October 20th she will continue her residency at The Green Room 42 in New York.
For tickets at Rockwell Table and Stage go here.
For tickets at The Green Room 42 go here.
Photo of Frances Ruffelle by JR Rost