Ali Spuck - About

        
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Here I Am	Ali Spuck — yes, that's her real name — was born in Texas but she is for sure a Broadway baby. That is amply demonstrated at her Sunday afternoon cabaret show is at the Liberace Museum in Las Vegas. Her performance piece, called Here I Am! introduces us to a woman of tremendous charm and enthusiasm and huge talent. She tells the audience the story of her life through the music she loves. And, if you doubt she loves and has studied Broadway music, I'll make the point by noting that she opens with the somewhat obscure tune from Hair,"Frank Mills." And, later in the show she sings the obscure Comden and Green song "It's A Perfect Relationship" from the Judy Holliday show Bells Are Ringing. Accompanied by pianist Tish Diaz, Spuck also gives us beautifully sung Gershwin — "Someone to Watch Over Me," "They Can't Take That Away From Me" and "The Man I Love," among them. But, without her wit and charm, the hour would be merely pleasant. Her personality leaves the audience wanting more. And, surely, if this short taste of her gift is any indication, we'll be seeing more of Ali Spuck. You can learn about her and get show information at www.alispuck.com.Tickets are $15 and ordering information is at the website. -- Ellen Sterling
		- Broadway World.com August 2009

	HER name may not "sing," but Ali Spuck sure can. The songbird's *Here I Am* alit July 26 in the Liberace Museum's Cabaret Showroom and it's got what it takes to become a Sunday afternoon mainstay. Spuck, who comes to Vegas by way of Texas, New York and Los Angeles, adds vocal firepower to a growing series of musical matinees at the museum. Along with thrice-weekly recitals by Philip Fortenberry, the Showroom recently hosted a limited run byJersey Boys' Erich Bergen (whose deadpan interpretation of Britney Spears' "Not Yet a Woman" alone argues for a regular Bergen gig). Despite her gamine-like appearance, Spuck has the poise of a showbiz veteran, along with a natural flair that commands the room. Her luminous and winning personality is allied to a brassy, Broadway-style voice tempered with sweetness. Given her vocal amplitude, Spuck probably doesn't need a microphone in the 86-seat showroom, but she handles it suavely. Spuck's flawless vocal production was evident straight away. "Frank Mills," from Hair, showed off her long-lined and smooth breath control -- as well as her ability to even make the words "Hell's Angels" blossom. She's a soprano with the top notes to prove it, which set up a droll lament about forever being relegated to the alto section and its unmemorable harmony lines. Spuck doesn't have much of a lower register, but what might otherwise be a flaw here works as part of the musical in-joke. Broadway-centric though her program was, Spuck threw in some country & western, done with touching simplicity. She also struck comedic sparks with Alan Nielsen's "Chanson Flambé," an orgy of ubiquitous French terminology. The heart of Here I Am was an all-Gershwin set. "Someone to Watch Over Me" was not only stylishly sung but displayed all of Spuck's touchstone qualities: exceptional control of dynamics, pitch and phrasing. "Summertime" from Porgy and Bess, was initially spun out in what's called a fil di voce (the English equivalent, "thread of voice," just doesn't sound as flattering) before expanding into torchy intensity. Likewise, "The Man I Love" was alternately beguiling and rafter-raising. Stylishly tickling the ivories was Jersey Boys pianist Tish Diaz, who proved a tactful and quick-witted accompanist. She got a solo turn with a syncopated, gamboling rendition of "Our Love is Here to Stay." That's no ordinary piano that the unflappable Diaz is playing, but Liberace's custom-made, mirrored, nine-foot Baldwin grand, formerly part of the King of Bling's Las Vegas Hilton show. Playing less than an hour, Here I Am is a delightful serenade that's over far too soon. Even amidst the blingtastic Liberace Museum, Ali Spuck is a gem who scintillates brightly indeed. Here I Am takes place 2:30 p.m. Sundays at the Liberace Museum, 1775 E. Tropicana Ave. Tickets: $15. Info: 798-5595 orwww.liberace.org
		- David McKee, Las Vegas City Life, August 6, 2009

Internet Dating: The Musical	Ali Spuck is attractive and affable. The cast comport themselves with vivacity and humor.
		- LA Weekly, May 10, 2006

	Internet-cruising debutante Jenny (Ali Spuck) is a buoyant and appealing heroine.
		- Les Spindle, Backstage West, May 10, 2006

	Computer comedy double clicks! As portrayed by Ali Spuck, Jenny is bright-eyed, plucky and forever pulling playfully goofy faces. We root for her from the moment we meet her.
		- Daryl H. Miller, LA Times May 5, 2006

	The actress/singing star of this musical internet love fest is played by Ali Spuck. Ali never takes a breath during her performance as she’s whisked into one song after another with all the fervor of a humming bird. Her performance as the unmarried eligible everygirl was solid and delightful.
		- Lori Peters, LASplash.com, April 30, 2006

It Came From Beyond	The showstopper happens very early on when two of the comic book characters (Stephen Breithaupt and Ali Spuck) deliver a heartfelt manifesto in defense of American militarism.
		- Luis Reyes, LA Weekly, January 25, 2006

	Much of the comedy is provided by Ali Spuck as Miss Benson/Jayne. As Mr. Fielding’s secretary and the Colonel’s assistant, her character split is the most pronounced of all, and she exploits it for plenty of laughs. Her sexual innuendos also provide a bit of adult fare in this otherwise rather innocently juvenile caper.
		- Alan Ruskin, LA Splash.com Jan. 26, 2006

Tight Quarters	The thieves provide true comic relief – with Ali Spuck’s Inez being endearingly inept
		- LA Weekly, September 29, 2005

	As the fumbling jewel thief(s) chasing a valuable necklace, Ali Spuck (the lisping sexpot), is just too nutty for words.
		- Tolucan Times, September 21, 2005

	The curvaceous Spuck is a delight as a lisping former Miss Uruguay.
		- Wenzel Jones, Backstage, Sept 23, 2005

Cinderella	Ali Spuck (is) a hoot as the loud and obnoxious stepsister... gets some of the biggest laughs in the show.
		- The Modesto Bee, November 2002

	...nearly stealing the show... play(s) wonderfully as well as presenting strong individual character.
		- The Union Democrat, November 14, 2002

Paradise Lost: The Musical	The Serpent...rivals Bette Midler.
		- Los Angeles Times, September 27, 2002

	Ali Spuck as the Singing Serpent (is) especially memorable... creates an exceptional performance.
		- Laguna News-Post, September 26, 2002

Das Barbecu	Alison Spuck is strong;... voice rings as clear as bells
		- Houston Press, December 18, 1997

Schoolhouse Rock Live!	...fine and dandy, thanks in large part to the outstanding efforts... most notably the gleefully sarcastic Spuck
		- Houston Cougar Lifestyle, March 1997

Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story	one of the best moments was... Maria Elena (Ali Spuck)
		- Lincoln Journal-Star, February 2, 2002