No Notes Reuben Kaye: Filthy, Fierce & Full of Heart
Aug 5, 2025
Reuben Kaye, an international cabaret icon and the Artistic Director for the Adelaide Cabaret Festival, brings a dazzling mix of humor and heartfelt storytelling. They discuss their journey through social anxiety and the vibrant world of musical theatre, filled with outrageous anecdotes and razor-sharp wit. Reuben reflects on the evolution of cabaret, the emotional process behind their performances, and the significance of embracing failures. Expect laughter, inspiration, and some delightfully inappropriate language!
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Risqué Joke at Jesus Christ Superstar
- During his Jesus Christ Superstar debut, Reuben improvised a risqué joke which shocked the audience and got a chat with the director.
- Despite warnings, he humorously defended his onstage language as being educational for children.
Keep Saying Yes to Opportunities
- Don’t fear rejection—persistence is key to growth and success.
- Embrace saying yes to opportunities and keep pushing forward regardless of setbacks.
Make Bad Work First
- Create art actively, even if it’s bad at first, to learn and improve.
- Viewing and experiencing bad work helps you learn and feel inspired more than good work alone.
