Basile
in Growing Up Greek
The Age-Arts Review-Story Paper
By Michelle Johnson
March 27, 2005
"Even though my non-Greek friend and I largely had no idea what
the punchline of the jokes were, the few 'in-betweeners' we managed
to grasp did allow us to share a quiet chuckle. Like the impersonation
Basile did of his grandmother (or ya-ya). And the comment about him
drinking four cups of coffee a day since he was seven.
But
the funniest comments were saved for references to food and the proportions,
smells and awful ingredients used in some of the traditional Greek cuisine.
Oh, and the 'Aussie' translation of some key desserts was very amusing
- namely 'Let your booty grow' for Galaktobouriko.
I have absolutely no doubt that if I had had a better grasp on the language
(other than hello and thank-you), I would have been shrieking and writhing
in laughter, slapping my hand on my lap, hitting my father on his bald
spot, and kicking the chair to my left."
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"I
would just like to express my delight at seeing your live show at the
Crown Casino in Melbourne Australia.You were fantastic and had the crowd
in stitches with your unique stand up show. What I would like to know
is will you be releasing a DVD from your Melbourne show as I know myself
as well as many others are extremely interested in purchasing it. Please
also consider coming back as I know quite a lot of people who were devastated
for missing your show. Please let me know if you will be releasing the
DVD."
Thanks.steph
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"As for ur show, well, where do we start?? it was fantastic!! it
was extremely refreshing to see someone who can make us greeks sound
funny without mocking us. it was definitely a show that everyone could
relate to, and everyone is still talking about!! WELL DONE!!
Thanku also 4 the dvd. my whole family has watched it, and every other
visitor that walks through the door!! and, everyone is asking when u
will b with us again. hope it will b soon!!"
Theologia (thea) preece & nick missailidis
3XY radio melb
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"I am kicking myself for missing your show when you came to Australia.
I had tickets however I was called out with a problem and never made
it. Anyway I would like to purchase your Holiday basket. Can I get something
locally or can I get it direct from your site."
George Vakis