Elvis a Musical revolution
~Ann-Margret/ Marion Keisker/ Assistant Choreographer~
AWARDS
Green Room Awards
Noninated: Best Supporting Performer in a Musical
“Kirby Burgess as Ann-Margret is extraordinary. From the moment she bursts onto stage in brilliantly executed choreography, she captures the attention - away from Elvis too.”
“Burgess’ dance moves draw audible gasps from the audience”
“The rest of the cast have their moments, but none stand out more than Kirby Burgess in the duel roles of Ann-Margret and Marion Keisker. In the first act, she breaths life into Marion nailing her dialogue. Once she leaves Marion behind, she turns into a tour de force on the stage. She flexes her singing talents with a great performance of ‘You’re the Boss’ and it’s her energetic dancing that had the audience awestruck.”
“Kirby Burgess continues to cement herself as a musical theatre star after her turn as Ann-Margret; squeals, pops, intricate moves, sensational vocals- the role she was born to play”
Cruel Intentions the Musical
~Kathryn Merteuil~
“Burgess offers a mesmerising star performance. Her carefully nuanced acting together with her cyclonic singing and dancing in the brilliantly staged rendition of ‘Bitch/Losing My Religion’ followed by ‘Kathryn’s Turn’, is every bit as riveting as the iconic ‘Roses Turn’ in Gypsy - to which it pays obvious homage and marks her as a top shelf musical theatre leading lady.”
“Kirby Burgess is a certified scene stealer across the entire production”
“I don’t think anyone would disagree that Kirby Burgess has the biggest shoes to fill playing Kathryn, but she knocks it out of the park. She excels in everything she does on stage. Burgess has vocal power that is strong and never falters in the leading role.”
“Kirby Burgess is just so brilliant at portraying the drug addicted, power hungry Kathryn Merteuil. Burgess allows you ever so brief glimpses at a broken soul; a few hints at a human that is living alongside the she-devil that is callus and vicious in every decision that she makes.”
“Kirby Burgess tears up the stage as Kathryn Merteuil singing up a storm as well as bringing a stirring undertcurrent of humanity to a character who ostensibly has the cruellest intentions of them all”
The Wedding Singer the Musical
~Linda~
AWARDS
Green Room Awards
WON - Best supporting Performer in a musical.
“Kirby Burgess steals the show, her talent shines through so much you find yourself wishing Linda to appear more.”
“Kirby Burgess (one of our very best talents) as Linda is just awesome. She creates sheer magic on stage. The performance is electrifying.”
“Luxury cast indeed, Kirby Burgess turns the role of Linda into an absolute showcase. Burgess brings the full humour of wedding day break up and features an eye-popping dance break that would make a pole dancer blush”
Barnum
~The Ringmaster~
AWARDS
Green Room Awards
Nominated: Best supporting Actress in a Musical
“The Ringmaster not only takes on every character of historical significance in the show, but is played by a woman- the incomparably talented Kirby Burgess. Her greatest skill is the rapidity and sharpness of her multiple transformations.”
“Kirby Burgess as The Ringmaster is Barnum’s greatest asset and easily the standout. Playing roles traditionally played by male actors, she not only displays impressive accents and character work, but excels in athleticism and comedic timing”
“Burgess has such a wealth of talent and draws from her immense stage and screen experience.. Her movement and vocals ooze sultry jazz and at times her bravery outshines all”