Spencer Frankeberger

The DEFinition ASSOCiation

spencer frankeberger · August 14, 2021 certified reviewer
Great performances with an ability to balance comedy and drama through both writing and performance very well... full review

GIDEON & THE BLUNDERSNORP

spencer frankeberger · August 08, 2021 certified reviewer
I was absolutely enamored by this show. The performers were absolutely incredible, and the staging was above and beyond anything I ever expected. The choreography of the set and props with actors leaves so much to the imagination while also creating a realistic world in a fantastical setting. The character arcs are strong, and the music is well done (and even often, dare I say, adorable at times). I absolutely didn't want it to end.... full review

GATSBY an Immersive Illumination - Chapter 1: East Egg

spencer frankeberger · August 08, 2021 certified reviewer
What a load of fun! This show, in its short runtime, manages to pack a punch. As someone who has never read Gatsby or seen any of the film adaptations, I was able to follow pretty clearly the storyline and pick up on many thematic elements, stemming from the more obvious (such as touching on topics of classism and opportunity) to the more subtle, intricate balances of other topics that my be inferred. The refreshments were fun, but rotating through the space, interactions with performers, and ... full review

Straight White Men Trying To Woke

spencer frankeberger · June 20, 2019 certified reviewer
Clever and smartly written, the vignettes range from laugh out loud funny (third piece) to a perfect cringe factor contextually provided with thorough wit and social commentary (first piece) that create a hopeful perspective to guide and enhance the way in which we view our world.... full review

Life Plan, or Living Your Best Life in a Collapsing World

spencer frankeberger · June 20, 2019 certified reviewer
Weird and uncomfortable in the best way possible--in a great way. I've been on a kick lately of watching documentaries about MLM's and timeshare presentations, and this show felt like I was watching one of those documentaries. This show accomplishes exactly what it sets out to do--make me buy in to whatever the presenters are selling if I know they're giant sleazeballs making everything sound so good.... full review

Under the Table and Dreaming

spencer frankeberger · June 20, 2019 certified reviewer
A refreshing break from all the shows that scream 'FRINGE,' "Under the Table and Dreaming" is an earnest, nostalgic look at the "what ifs" in life that we all face at one point or another and takes us on a tailspin adventure diving deeper into the meaning of the "what ifs" as the show progresses.... full review

Falling On Deaf Eyes

spencer frankeberger · June 20, 2019 certified reviewer
Endearing and heartfelt, Maurer paints a picture of his childhood growing up and teaches those of us who are hearing in the audience how to navigate any obstacle life throws your way.... full review

Fifty Shades of Melania

spencer frankeberger · June 20, 2019 certified reviewer
Liana's performance was funny, and her improv skills are top notch when it comes to the audience interaction within her show.... full review

It Takes Two: Musical Improv with Pearcy & Byrnes

spencer frankeberger · June 20, 2019 certified reviewer
Fun, fast-paced, and quick-witted, there is strong chemistry between the dynamic duo with Byrnes' incredible voice and Pearcy's impeccable comedic timing that is very much in tune (pun intended) with the impressive Johnides on the keys.... full review

The Mayor's Debate of Tranquility, Nebraska

spencer frankeberger · June 20, 2019 certified reviewer
Sharp wit mixed in with biting commentary makes for a refreshing political show that balances both the truth in commentary and its satire in a very strong way.... full review