Entertainment Ireland

THE LOST SONG reviewed by Mary Kate O’Flanagan

Featuring Camille O’Sullivan at The Cobalt Café, North Great Georges Street, Dublin 1.

From the moment she enters, O’ Sullivan’s unique personality and the strong sense of theatricality are evident. Her comedic flair makes the witty numbers all the funnier and her strong smoky voice offers renditions of old favourites such as Falling in love again, which can move you to tears.

The Lost Song includes forgotten and half-remembered numbers from the Twenties and Thirties as well as Cole Porter, Edith Piaf and Jacques Brel. The mix between fresh and familiar is nicely judged and only leaves one wishing for a recording to take away. O’Sullivan moves between moods with ease and is a riveting performer but the Cobalt Café, while being a charming venue, is struggling to accommodate her and her audience. Go with a sensitive soul and soak it up. Or go with an A&R professional and sign her up.