Jessie Gaupel

David and Leeman Present: Magic and Other Dangerous Things

jessie gaupel · June 16, 2014 certified reviewer
I had high expectations because I saw their show last year and I wasn't disappointed! Magic and Other Dangerous Things is funny, shocking, and all around really enjoyable. The more intimate space really suits them and they really know how to create a relationship between the audience. I highly recommend it!... full review

DeMystifying Magic

jessie gaupel · June 15, 2013 uncertified reviewer
Demystifying Magic was a sweet, engaging and creative piece of theatre that left me with a smile on my face as I left the venue. Mr. Gebert intricately weaves his magic tricks into every scene with specific purpose. Every trick was used to convey an idea and tell the story rather than just to awe the audience. Mr. Gebert's character, Richard Ryder, is fully formed and is easy for an audience to love. We sympathize with him and also care about the things he cares about even when they are not prese... full review

Lemon Boots

jessie gaupel · June 12, 2013 uncertified reviewer
Lemon Boots is a fun, beautiful, and sometimes even touching piece of physical theatre. The ensemble is strong and the images they create together are stunning. That being said, the piece wants for something. Whether it's a storyline or simply a central theme to go off of, there is undeniably an element the piece lacks. The combination of the music and striking images is already delightful but with the addition of some sort of emotional connection, a character to care for, a storyline to follow o... full review