The Cone Issue#3 Autumn 2014 | Page 34

N ouveau Noir! Interview - Toledo Photos by: Taido Genmyo Take one part film noir, add in some smokey cabaret, blend in a funky operatic band and a dash of the “gangsta lean”, serve it straight and cool and you’ll get a taste of what the Toledo Show is all about. Led by the multi-talented impresario and performer Toledo Diamond the show is a beautiful melange of old and new school elements that transport and titillates the audience. There always seems to be more than one woman whose eyes are locked on Toldeo’s every move during a show. We were able to catch up with Toledo to find out more about the show and the man behind it. 34 THE CONE - ISSUE #3 - AUTUMN 2014