Review: Despite hype, Paul Potts has long way to go

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What: Paul Potts with special guests Three Graces
When: Last night
Where: McPherson Playhouse

Everyone loves a fairytale, especially the one about a wretched, forlorn commoner who suddenly discovers a hidden talent that magically transports him or her to another realm.

That's the secret behind the overnight success of Paul Potts, who looked so anxious and uneasy last year, standing on a stage in front of Simon Cowell and the other judges at the Britain's Got Talent show.

He didn't look unsteady or unlikely when he stepped out onto MacPherson stage last night, despite the fact his handlers said he had a serious cold earlier this week. His wide-legged stance looked confident and promising, but his voice wasn't great. It was downright embarrassing in spots, but then it doesn't really matter because Potts has a life story that appeals to people. His rise to fame is a testament to the power of YouTube and media messaging that can turn a puff of success into a flash fire before you can say: Hand me the remote.

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