Uta Uber Kool Ja might not be in the best spirits when you arrive at the after party for the launch of the new Swagger Club remix of her one hit wonder, Savage Chien (Angry Dog). Her assistant, George, welcomes you like the VIP you are, instructing you to wait in the foyer until all guests have arrived. With no gift for Uta, George hands me some money and sends me across the road to pick something for her; ‘She’s saucy, colourful, fun and fabulous…oh and she doesn’t eat. There’s an adult shop across the road or Woolworths around the corner. Take your pick!’

Set in a hotel room with the audience as the guests, Uta Uber Kool Ja is a fabulously witty and entertaining performance. Georgina Symes plays a wonderfully convincing Uta and Nic Dorward in the supporting role of George is the best friend everyone wants. Symes and Dorward draw on all the stereotypes of their roles, but present their characters with refreshing charm and mystery. As friendships grow, you become a celebrity. You’re part of the cool crowd. There’s no shame in admitting it feels good and for all the right reasons.

Tales of Uta’s escapades will have you laughing out loud, while her loneliness draws you in, the sadness punctuated with ironic humour. Uta Uber Kool Ja is a considered and charming portrayal of two lost people, struggling to accept who they are. It’s a tragic comedy right down to the digital fire flickering on the hotel television screen.

Don’t expect to sit back and watch. You’re at Uta’s party and you’re expected to socialise. If you like to get a little wild, Uta is your girl. Through you, Uta realises that it’s better to embrace who you are than to hide it. The goal at the heart of this intriguing performance is to rid the world of loneliness through honesty and, if only for 90 minutes, Uta and George achieve this in true fashionista style. Knock back a cowboy, don some sequins and let those dirty secrets out.