I had the opportunity to meet Mélanie Chevalier from Creative Culture in May 2008 when I was rehearsing for Piaf at the Donmar Warehouse theatre in London. From the very beginning, I was amazed by her kindness, intelligence and excellent French, English and Spanish skills. I contracted her to coach me in the pronunciation and understanding of the songs in French which I was to interpret as the “Parisian Sparrow” (Piaf) only a month later! It was a real pleasure to work with her. The coaching was very energetic, precise and demanding whilst Mélanie’s professionalism enabled me to excel in my representation. Without her I wouldn’t have been able to transmit the feelings of the songs with such confidence and authenticity. I am really grateful to her.
a Donmar Warehouse and CMP production