STROKE OF LUCK REVIEWS & TESTIMONIALS
Reviews
“Undoubtedly the most remarkable performance of the year... a well-written, brilliantly performed, and emotionally powerful show” ~BroadwayWorld
*BEST FEMALE SOLO SHOW (nomination)
Reviews
“Saints be praised, those signature pipes are as bell-clear and stunning as ever... in flawless command of her fresh and funny and touching and triumphant show” ~StageSceneLA
Testimonials
- Broadway World - "Best Female Solo Show" (nomination)
- VCOnstage - "Special Recognition in Theater" award
- “Farley Cadena rocks the house with laughter and pathos ... You are a pioneer, Farley... in your exceedingly brilliant and important project.” ~Barry Pearl (Grease)
- “Tammy Faye [Bakker] was the first person I ever knew who used the phrase, 'turn life’s lemons into lemonade'. And she did. I was so reminded of that saying last night ... you have turned all these sour hard, bitter lemons that life threw at you and turned them into a powerful and empowering, moving, delightful, charming, entertaining, sweet and delicious lemonade. I didn’t even miss the vodka! Lemonade Stand is now open!”~Jim J Bullock (Too Close For Comfort, Hollywood Squares)
- "It was more than a performance... it was superb... inspirational..." ~Reams Freedman, Director - Stroke Association of Southern California
- "I'm glad a person like you can have a stroke and turn it into something amazing." ~Recovery After Stroke with Bill Gasiamis on iTunes
- "You discovered what your life's work is about!" ~Sheena Metal (LA Talk Radio) (Interview begins at 1:12:51
About The Show
What do you do when your very full life is stopped cold with a stroke? Farley felt she had to figure out how to pick up and move forward. Her identity was profoundly connected to being a singer and actress. Writing this show - before she even knew if she could do it at all - was a risk, but also a creative form of therapy. With all the creative work she tackled, her brain was healing. And more importantly, she had purpose and joy in her life again after such a debilitating event. With her wry wit and own unique way of looking at the world, Farley Cadena winds us through the last harrowing year of her life, and long ago memories, with songs, stories, and cathartic laughter. Whether a stroke happened to you, or a family member, we often feel helpless. But there is a whole world of family and friends who will reach out their hands to you with love and help. We are all in this together. What a stroke of luck.
Highlights
- STROKE OF LUCK is award winning production, for all ages, that appeals to everyone who has had to cope with a life altering event. Of course, it is especially resonant with those who have dealt with a stroke (i.e. medical professionals, recovering patients, and their families).
- Genre: Biographical/Musical
- Length: 75 min show + 15 min Q&A = 90 mins
- The show is designed to work on any existing set.
- Venue requirements - a piano/ keyboard, 1 Lavalier Mic, 1 wireless handheld mic & stand, 2 mics for the pianist & piano. Also, 3 stools & 1 small table to use during the performance.
Booking Info
If your theater, corporate event, or charity is interested in booking the show, or a lecture, please contact us for more information at Booking@StrokeOfLuck.info or 310.930.3871
Photos by Glover-Burk Photography
