Laura Wiley

Laertes Loves Hamlet Loves Ophelia

laura wiley · June 04, 2018 certified reviewer
LOVE LOVE LOVE! Brilliantly written and even more brilliantly acted. It was the kind of show where the actors leave it all on the stage. It definitely leaves you feeling heavy and thoughtful, super intense and raw. What a gift these three talents are! Also if you are a Shakespeare nerd like myself you’ll geek out at all the references. ... full review

Will You Accept This Rose? The Bachelor Parody Musical

laura wiley · June 04, 2018 certified reviewer
I cannot say enough good things about this show!!! The writing was absolutely brilliant, so many good choices made, and the songs were catchy and hilarious. I had such a great time, laughing my way through every moment! I have never seen the bachelor before but it made no difference, it’s relatable to anyone who’s seen any reality tv before. I would definitely see it again, this is the kind of show I go to the theater for! ... full review

What Went Wrong

laura wiley · June 04, 2018 certified reviewer
Really cool!!!! I loved the virtual reality experience, definitely something I’ve never done before! I recommend it highly. The concept of the show was highly original and I would see it again! ... full review

Martha Washington Killed A Redcoat

laura wiley · June 19, 2017 uncertified reviewer
HILARIOUS!!! I was laughing from start to finish! A brilliant piece from comedienne Corinne Mestemacher, executed splendidly by her fabulous cast. I especially liked that the story centered on strong women, while using comedy as the medium. Would see over and over again for sure. So many physical gags and quick quips, it's sure to entertain even the tougher critics. VIVA LA REVOLUCION AND GO SEE THIS SHOW! ... full review

Stringmates

laura wiley · June 19, 2017 certified reviewer
A stunning, beautiful piece that is absolutely captivating and brilliant. I fell in love right away once the dancing began, the hauntingly beautiful choreography gives the whole piece life. As the show continues and the thread of the dancers weaves in and out there is a movement and energy to the show that feels like waves or vibrations, it is hypnotic. I can't say enough amazing things about the dancers in this show! This play by Amanda Newman really dives into exploring relationships and what h... full review

"Lovesick" The misadventures of a love-crazed maniac.

laura wiley · June 18, 2017 certified reviewer
This show is one of the most daring things I've ever seen, such honesty and openness about some difficult memories. Gabriella is a fierce woman who confronts some of the more ugly aspects of life and comes out on the other side with a killer story to tell. Loved the projections, found myself laughing at all the cat impersonations. I'm not big on one person shows typically but to be fair, she plays like a bazillion characters. ... full review

Quantum Entanglement

laura wiley · June 18, 2017 certified reviewer
This show is such a beautiful love letter from Katelyn Schiller to her audiences, you will be emotionally transported. I loved her emotional depths she went to, and I loved the immersive nature of the show. The set was absolutely gorgeous, and I am always going to be a sucker for colored lights, I was mesmerized. Also, I may have bonded with the cat puppet. Such a moving, lovely show, please make sure you get a chance to see it! ... full review

13th Grade

laura wiley · June 18, 2017 certified reviewer
Absolutely loved this show!!! What a hilarious, entertaining time! I was mostly impressed by the music, especially when they brought out a guitar and did live songs with three part harmonies, so tight!!! I was a kid of the 90s so I appreciated all the references, and I thought all the actors did a phenomenal job at bringing the comedy. Loved this show times a million and could not recommend higher! ... full review

"We Are Traffic: An UBER Adventure 2022"

laura wiley · June 16, 2017 certified reviewer
As a fellow rideshare driver, I could relate to so much of this!!! Typically I'm not big on one person shows, but Jonathan really holds your attention, he is a captivating storyteller. Also, I felt like the hour flew by! I was so engaged in what he was talking about and I felt like it was all so relevant. I even love that he wove in some heartbreak into the story in a way that was very subtle and I loved that it had an uplifting finish. Fantastic performance!!! Love love love! ... full review

TURBULENCE!

laura wiley · June 16, 2017 certified reviewer
If you haven't discovered Robot Teammate yet...GET ON IT ALREADY! :) they seriously blow me away again and again, I follow whatever they do because it's always brilliant and Turbulence! is no exception. My favorite highlights from the show were the intricate harmonies, spacercising, Mambo, the costumes, and the unibrow Martians. Every member of the cast delivered killer vocals and absolute hilarity, it was fantastic from start to finish. The choreo was out of this world (not to be punny...) and t... full review