- Natacha Ruck
France, 1981: The first socialist president is about to be elected and young Natacha is ready to implement her own political platform. But first, she has to take down the schoolyard bully, emasculate the rules of French grammar and make off with grandmother’s chocolate.
If you think you know the limits of Jewish mothers, evil grandmothers and transcontinental lovers, meet Natacha Ruck’s family. This thoroughly original true tale of three generations of women, facing three world wars, is equal parts hilarious, shocking and zany.
You’re good for nothing… I’ll milk the cow myself packs a huge emotional punch. It will make you want to join in dancing, singing, drinking vodka and eating chopped liver (vodka and liver not provided).
“Packs a huge emotional punch” – Fresno Rogue
Beautiful show! Full of humour and heart. Natacha is completely charming.
This show is unexpectedly funny and real. No props needed thanks to the energetic characterization.
Started off a little slow, but made up for it in the back half. A good show about a fierce mum.
This is probably the most French Fringe show I have ever seen, despite it largely being presented in English! Revolving around storyteller Natascha Ruck’s childhood growing up in early 1980s France and her subsequent move to New York City, this is a rollicking but always tender Gallic tour-de-force covering everything from chain-smoking, school-bully-beating mothers, the absurd rules of French grammar, a child’s take on Socialism, 9/11, and a terror of a grandmother assaulting a baker because he didn’t have any milk! You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll sing along to “La Vie en Rose.” Fantastique!
What a poignant show! I loved the French, the singing (she has a gorgeous voice), and she embodies all the different characters. A show about identity, grief, legacy, and love.
Saw the show on Sunday and loved it. Heartfelt and well balanced with humour and candor.
It touched my heart…sincere..honest..tangible…well done!!!!
Such a great play about generations. I went with my 91 year old mother. We both loved it. Loved it!
Spirited storytelling about self discovery during various world events, while dealing with family tradition and expectations. 🥰