Ramblings is not only one humble piano player’s strive for success in a strange and sardonic world, but it’s also a journey about the many colourful characters that inhabit the other side of the planet.

After realising she’s in a loveless relationship, a dejected Kristilee encounters a series of nationals (all played by Craig Blundstone nee Wellington) whilst performing all over the Northern Hemisphere as a piano bar extraordinaire. As a consequence, Kristilee struggles to endure a world in which she seems to be the hapless victim.

The story and character based cabaret style of Ramblings really gives the show an extra element of entertainment. Kristilee has an exceptional, strong voice and Craig’s quick character adaptations are credible and endearing. They work in contrast yet complement each other. However, I thought the piano singer could have loosened up, embracing a cheekier nature and really playing it up for the audience. As for the actual performance delivery, both actors were strong, defined and obviously well rehearsed. This was their fifth or sixth performance for the night, and they certainly didn’t lack any enthusiasm. Kristilee and Craig also made great use of their space, showing us how to work a room with only a piano, a wooden chair, a couple of metres of crushed velour and a dressing screen.

Ramblings is comedy for the cultured. A well worked funny script with frequent laugh out loud moments.