April Brucker, for those not familiar with her name, is a talented actress and ventriloquist who has performed in nightclubs, appeared on television (most notably on the syndicated court show "Judge Jerry" with Jerry Springer) and has created a world of unique puppets, her most famous being May. She is also a writer, producer and comedienne and has added a new credit to her long list of accomplishments with April in Vegas (a clever variation on the song and film "April in Paris"). But, unlike other talk shows, April has created a program that she not only hosts (with co-host Steve Dennis), but interviews people from all facets of show business. While not copying the style of Johnny Carson or David Letterman, April has found her own niche: being herself and in a relaxed and informative manner manages to get her guests to open up on their careers and off-stage lives (whether it be comedians, singers or actors). The program is unique in that it is broadcast from the English Hotel and in situations that make the guests feel as comfortable as possible. The photography is first rate and while April does have an announcer (Wes Cunningham), he is (as of the second episode) not used as a sidekick (like Ed McMahon was to Johnny Carson or Arthur Treacher was to Merv Griffin). While talk shows do saturate the air waves, YouTube has come up with a more relaxed, informal outing that will hopefully make the rounds on basic cable or in broadcast syndication.
Review of April in Vegas
