PATATRAC

Delikatessenduo
Italy

A charming, energetic pair of characters comprise the cast of Patatrac. They start out with an interpretation of the classic circus entrée, “Music Box.” The woman starts out playing a simple song on her concertina and is interrupted repeatedly by the man, who ups the stakes over and over again by bringing out an ever changing array of musical instruments. Sometimes they cooperate, sometimes they compete. The Delikatessenduo made many of the instruments out of junk or scrounged materials.

The musical numbers are sweet and creative. The performers are unsophisticated. This felt like a family troupe performing a family show. They played music simply and adequately. I did not believe their acting, but found them delightful nonetheless.