Guy Montgomery, a 2014 Billy T nom, presents A succinct & concise summary of how he feels about certain things, a hilarious collection of observations and musings. Montgomery has a dry, witty style and is clearly a competent performer who has an easy stage presence. The audience is instantly charmed by the familiar nostalgia of his persona, somewhat reminiscent of a 70s Kiwi male with obligatory moustache attached, but with all the cultural relevance of a 20-something in 2014.
Montgomery has the rare gift of intuitive timing and delivery which inspires the quick adoration of his audience. He also has the ability, shared by most good performers, of giving the impression that every line is delivered off-the-cuff, which lends a relaxed and dynamic quality to the show.
The dual quality of being a young unassuming male very heavily situated in his cultural context, combined with a certain level more timeless remove from and cynical reflection on life has a particular resonance with a kiwi audience, particularly a youthful one. I thought the show might have benefitted from a bit more direction, but this of course could be a matter of taste. I still found myself laughing at every line.
Review by Morgan Fee
