What I liked
Set in a bungalow in the Beverly Hills Hotel in May 1961, Kayla Boye, dressed and coiffed to perfection as Elizabeth Taylor shares intimate details about her life, even making fun of her own accomplishments and actions. I learned so many things about her life away from the spotlight, from her abusive marriage to Nicky Hilton at age 18, Michael Wilding at 20, Mike Todd who was 25 years her senior and introduced her to the joys of fine jewels, to Eddie Fisher – her then current husband. Details are shared about being on the set of Giant with James Dsan and Rock Hudson, to her gay BFF’s Montgomery Clift and Roddy McDowell which led her to support the fight again HIV/AIDS in her later years. A totally entertaining show and outstanding performance! Do not miss it.
What I didn't like
Not much can be improved about this production! I enjoyed every minute of it.
My overall impression
Certainly almost everyone must know something about Elizabeth Taylor, either for her beauty, childhood to adult movie star roles, her many marriages and children, extravagant lifestyle, love of expensive jewels, and ultimately her stand on fighting HIV/AIDS. But Kayla Boye takes us inside the woman who lived through it all and had a wonderful time enjoying herself, especially when a bottle of champagne was involved. I know I learned more about Elizabeth, including she hated to be called Liz, thanks to Kayla’s magnificent portrayal and extensive research into the violet-eyed beauty’s life.
