"Smith delivers slam-dunk vocals... 'Son of a Preacher Man' and 'The Look of Love' are standouts, although lesser known numbers such as 'Breakfast in Bed' are sultry surprises."
                                                         Los Angeles Times

"13 of Springfield's signature songs...  (are) sung with passion and verve by Smith, who combines rich musicality with high-octane conviction and style."
                                                           L.A. Weekly

"Smith is captivating...there's no denying the performer's charisma. Springfield, as interpreted by Smith, is a multilayered creature who never lets the interest lag."
                                                      Backstage West

"You don't have to say you love her, but after seeing Kirsten Holly Smith channel Dusty Springfield, you won't be able to help yourself! ...Relive some of the greatest tunes of the 20th century with Smith's bluesy and heartfelt ode to a legend."

Dusty Springfield's talent and courage blazed a trail for generations of women in music. Her life, however, was tumultuous and misunderstood. In this riveting solo performance, STAY FOREVER : THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF DUSTY SPRINGFIELD, dynamic singer/actress Kirsten Holly Smith, who also conceived and wrote the show, celebrates Dusty’s journey through monologue and song, showing how this legendary star influenced her era and remains relevant today, nearly a decade after her passing.

The show features Kirsten’s breathtaking renditions of 13 classic Dusty songs, including the hits “Son of a Preacher Man,” “Just A Little Lovin',” “I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself,” “Wishin and Hopin’” and “I Only Want To Be With You,” as well as less familiar, but equally brilliant numbers such as “I Found My Way” and “Willie and Laura Mae Jones.”

Copyright  © 2008 Kirsten Holly Smith