Needy is the last description of her I'd use: fabulous, sexy, a bit of a dominatrix - and the audience on the night I went were totally up for it, and the auditionees couldn't get enough. And there were loads of us, loads of us and a standing ovation. Yes, some of the finale is moving rather than funny, but that's a sign that there's something unique going on with this act, isn't it? Five stars when I saw it.

Chris Halliwell, September 2002

Managed to catch 11 shows at this year's festival. Madame Galina was definitely one of the funniest. Instant rapport with the audience and quick as lightning. Would love to see it again

Nigel, August 2002

Caught one of the preview shows. Really great show and the audience gave him a standing ovation. The guy can really dance and his rudeness to the audience is reminiscent of Dame Edna Everage.

Dave, August 2002