RAVES FOR THE AMERICAN PREMIERE

“Monroe Kent is nothing short of masterful when incarnating the men, and in one magnificent moment, women in Cole’s life. The great tunes of UNFORGETTABLE  -- ‘Route 66', ‘Too Young’, ‘Nature Boy’, ‘Stardust’,  ‘Mona Lisa’ and the title song –  are all tied together with anecdotes and vignettes that engage the audience as strongly as the melodies please them.  Kent and the band create an ambience which the scenic and lighting designs aid with their velvet curtains and sparkle.  This is a show that lacks only for table side martini service to make it divine.                                                                                      The Troy Record

“The show’s creators are blessed in having the talented Monroe Kent as Cole and as other people in Cole’s life.  His speaking voice is richly textured and his transitions from one character to the next are seamless.  Kent is shrewd enough, and skilled enough, to evoke Cole’s style without mimicking it.  He sings extraordinarily well and he is supported by a first rate trio.”               The Berkshire Eagle, Pittsfield, MA

“We are always interested in what’s happening onstage thanks to the brilliant performance of Monroe Kent III.  And then there’s the singing.  As the script explores Cole’s TV show and night club act, ‘Besame Mucho’, ‘Mona Lisa’, ‘Let There Be Love’ and ‘Unforgettable’ get a terrific treatment.  A large dollop of comedy, some drama, and a whole lot of finely delivered music are what this offering is all about.”                        The Schenectady Gazette

Nat King Cole is played by Monroe Kent III in a dazzling representation of Nat’s stature.  Kent looks quite a bit like Cole and even sings (beautifully) in the entertainer’s style.  The songs flow effortlessly and practically had the audience swooning over the proceedings, so true were they to the unforgettable Cole approach.  Backed by a delicious trio, Monroe Kent III is a consummate performer and will make you feel for two solid hours that Nat Cole is back – and magnificent as ever.”          National Public Radio