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Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Wind Beneath
My Wings, Stuff Like That There, I’m Beautiful, The Rose,
You Don’t Own Me, Under the Boardwalk . . .and an acute,
outrageous sense of humor.
Kathy will dazzle you as everyone’s favorite Diva-superstar
: Bette Midler! Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Wind Beneath My Wings,
I’m Beautiful, The Rose, Under the Boardwalk, and an
acute, eclectic sense of humor . It’s all extremely,
outrageously hip. Of course it is . How fabulous !
Enjoy martini-cool hits of the 50’s and 60’s from
the Rosie Clooney and Peggy Lee songbook!
It’s all extremely, fabulous and hip, you know.
Since 1995, Kathy has delighted in portraying Bette Midler….both
the look AND the voice. She has cavorted as the Divine Diva
in Branson, Cancun, Myrtle Beach, San Fran, Bally’s & Trump
Taj Mahal Atlantic City Millenium New Years, Japan, Detroit,
Berlin, Cologne, Mystic Lakes Minnesota, Basel-Switzerland,
Utah, Las Vegas, Florida, Caribbean Cruise Ships, Mall of America,
Banff-Alberta, Spa S/X-Toronto, Stage West Dinner Theatre,
Woody’s, ‘The Docks’, Cedar’s, Cruise
Line & Barrymore’s “Luv Ball” in Ottawa,
and her one-woman Tribute to Bette Show in Hartford, Conneticut…
What People Are Saying:
"Kathy looks & sounds so much like the real Bette….it’s
SPOOKY."
-- THE BRANSON TRIBUNE, BRANSON
" One of the best acts yet seen in Bally’s celebrity
impersonation revue is Kathy Thompson, and she is just wonderful
as Bette Midler. Clad in tight toreador pants &high heels,
Thompson presents an excellent physical & vocal portrayal
of the superstar. But she actually goes beyond mere mimicry.
Her turn is so energetic & entertaining that she transcends
simple impersonation. The performance stands as a great piece
of work in its own right."
-- WHOOT MAGAZINE, ATLANTIC CITY
" When Kathy Thompson took the floor and made with the
pipes, her talent was disarming and a tough audience melted
in record time. Pseudo-Midler, tribute singer, call her what
you will, this gal can belt a song and on key. At times the
resemblance was startling, from the sheer lung power to the
good-time gal/gay-bonhomie schtick that the real Bette Midler
does so well. In between there were twangy Midler inflections
and camp demeanor, as she cracked wise with the guys and won
over cynics with self-deprecation. Two words can account for
Thompson’s success in pretending to be what she’s
not: authority and generosity. The former she’s got in
spades, just like the real Bette. The giving vein was there
in her big smile; she was enjoying herself. She tapped into
Midler’s energy and joy just for you singly and collectively
and made us a gift of her voice."
-- XTRA MAGAZINE, TORONTO ‘99
“Kathy Thompson’s portrayal of Bette Midler ranks
among the best celebrity impersonations the local “Legends” franchise
has ever offered. Thompson’s physical resemblance to
Midler is striking: She has the same toothy grin, blonde locks
and zaftig build as her subject. And she ably captures Midler’s
body language. Her right-on-target vocal impression enhances
the illusion it’s actually Midler on the Palace Theater
stage as she offers such signatures as “Boogie Woogie
Bugle Boy of Company B”, “I’m Beautiful” and
a “The Rose” / “Wind Beneath My Wings” medley.”
-- TGIF DAILY RECORD, NEW JERSEY
"Kathy, It was so nice to see you last night. Thanks for being your usual
fabulous, professional self. Have a wonderful weekend."
-- Carly - Unreel Hosts
"Just wanted to say thank you for coming to Cedars, your
performance was great and I have heard nothing but good things
from the
people who
attended."
-- Mary Harper…Events Coordinator, Cedar’s Park
"Just wanted to drop you a line to let you know what a pleasure it was
to work with you last night. Your charts are well written, you have
a great voice, and a great attitude towards the whole process, which
is a rare combination in this business. I hope that we will get the
chance to work together again sometime in the future. Happy New Year"
-- Glen Raby …Musical Director, Detroit
" Just wanted to tell you that I'm still getting
rave reviews about your performance. People loved it!
-- Mike M.….Agency Owner, Hartford CT, Michel Entertainment
"I just received your mail today with the business cards.
You are such a doll. I already spoke to the Design Exchange
and the woman you spoke to there. She said you were unbelievable
and wants my promo on you and all the other entertainment we
offer. That is great so thanks again for watching out for us.
I am taking you out for lunch. Thanks again and Happy Valentines
day!"
-- Hollywood Heaven Entertainment Inc.
"It's a no brainer when it comes to recommending Talent like
yours that I respect. I'm also looking forward to working with
you again."
-- Paco Danesi, Musical Director, The Casino Brothers
"What an amazing evening! For a local bar event we raised over $1800.00
for Toronto PHA's!!! That has to be the highest amount raised in a bar event
in our history! Thank you so much for all your support and efforts. My understanding
is that a really large chunk of the money came from donations to you while you
were singing. It's really nice to know thier are good people still left in the
world. Your generosity is inspiring! Thank you, thank you, thank you! …..Ray
P.S. I heard about the $100 bill in your bra! Way too funny!"
-- p.w.a. / PEOPLE WITH AIDS FOUNDATION
Alphabetical list of Venues Kathy has
appeared as Bette,:
Atlantic City / Trump Taj Mahal
/ Millenium NYE
Atlantic City / Bally’s Park Place
Atlantic City / Claridge Hotel & Casino
Banff, Alberta / Silver Springs Hotel
Basel, Switzerland / Häbst Theatre
Berlin, Cologne, Germany / Stars in Concert
Branson, Missouri / Osmond Family Theatre
Cancun, Mexico / Fiesta Americana Hotel
Cincinatti Radisson Hotel
Hamilton, Ontario / Dundurn Park / Hamilton Pride
Florida / Amelia Island Resort
Florida / Coral Springs Performing Arts Centre
Fort Erie, Ontario / Crystal Ridge Arena
Freeport, Bahamas / Big Red Boat
Hamilton Ontario / Flamboro Downs Casino
Hamilton, Ontario / Ronald Mcdonald House Gala
Hamilton, Ontario / Sheraton, Pride Auction and Fundraiser: Bette Emcee
/ Host
Hartford, Connecticut / SRO Cabaret ’05-One Woman Show
Jackpot Nevada / Cactus Pete’s Casino Resort
Japan / Yokota, Atsugi & Yokosuka
Las Vegas / Imperial Palace
Las Vegas / Las Vegas Hilton
London HALO Pride / Centennial Hall
London, ON / Wintergarden
Michigan, Dearborn / Ford Centre for the Performing Arts with Frankie
Ford, The Drifters
Michigan, Fraser-Detroit Sport City
Michigan, Northville / Genitti’s Hole-In-The-Wall
Millgrove, Ontario / Cedars Private Park
Milwaukee, Wisconsin / Potawatomi Casino
Minneapolis / Mall of America
Minnesota / Mystic Lakes Casino
Mississauga Living Arts Centre / MAC Awards (television host)
Mississauga, ON / Stage West Dinner Theatre / Delta Meadowvale
Nassau, Bahamas / Big Red Boat
New York City, New York / Rockefeller Centre
Niagara Falls, ON / Brock Sheraton
Niagara Falls, New York / Smokin’ Joe’s Event Centre
Oakville, ON / Oakville Banquet and Conference Centre
Oshawa Little Theatre, ON / Rock ‘n Roll Legends
Ottawa, ON (Luv Ball), Barrymore’s
Ottawa, ON / Rideau-Carleton Racetrack Slots
Port Canaveral, Florida / Big Red Boat
Port Dover Diva Show / Festival Lighthouse Theatre
Quebec / Bromont Resort
San Francisco / San Francisco Marriott
Sarnia, ON / Hiawatha Race, Slots & Casino
South Carolina, Myrtle Beach / Legends in Concert Theatre
Toronto / Air Canada Centre, Opening Day Ceremonies
Toronto / CN Tower, The Distillary District
Toronto / Cruiseline Boat Cruise, Granite Club
Toronto / Planet Hollywood, Carlu, D/X (Design Exchange)
Toronto / Sheraton City Hall, Legends Theatre
Toronto / The Docks / Liberty Grand CNE
Toronto / Spa Excess, Valentines Day
Toronto / Woody’s Halloween Fundraiser ($1,800.00 raised for PWA
/ People with Aids)
Utah / St. George
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