Michael Lyons

Mr. Chonkers

michael lyons · June 25, 2022 certified reviewer
Such pleasurable hour of completely ridiculous, beautiful, cringey, fun clowning. I laughed so hard and so often. For the first 10-15min I had no idea what was even going on but I didn't care because I was LMFAOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. ... full review

A Terrible Show for Terrible People by Bonnie He

michael lyons · June 18, 2022 certified reviewer
This show was nothing short of a GREAT time. Bonnie is a skillful, funny, charming, and delightfully naughty clown. I laughed out loud the whole time, and was treated to so many surprises throughout the show. And she only says two words!!!!! Her physical humor is fantastic and completely carries the show. If you need a show to take you on a beautiful, hilarious, and surprisingly heartwarming journey, this is the one!... full review

QUEEN OF FISHTOWN

michael lyons · June 15, 2022 certified reviewer
The quality of this show cannot be overstated. Katierose embodies the scrappy but charming, loving but fierce, and grounded but scared Kathleen in this riveting, hilarious solo show. From the second the show starts, you know you're in good hands and NO B.S. will be served for the entire hour. It's thoughtful substance all the way through. I laughed so hard and so often. I could literally feel my empathy expand. And I questioned my own life choices. It was everything you could possibly ask ... full review

DOG

michael lyons · June 13, 2022 certified reviewer
A gripping, vulnerable, and whip smart solo show. This is a wild, thrilling, and unforgiving RIDE from start to finish. Ben is a real wordsmith and knows how to use those words, and more importantly, the spaces in between to let us see into him and the discoveries and heartbreaks the character is undergoing. A refreshing and unforgettable dive into one man's struggle with depression, alcoholism, and toxic masculinity. ... full review

En Route

michael lyons · June 13, 2022 certified reviewer
A beautiful, heart-warming story of a young, queer black man coming into adulthood while reconciling his difficult relationship with his father, and exploring the intersection of race and sexuality. Steven imbues his writing and acting with vulnerability, humor, and ethereal beauty. ... full review

Dismissed

michael lyons · June 13, 2022 certified reviewer
A charming, thought-provoking, and funny short play! Carol's sharp writing allows these two wonderful characters play with each other, challenge each other, and find comfort and hope with each other in the least likely, least romantic place--a jury duty holding room. Highly recommend!... full review

Becoming Austin Nation

michael lyons · June 12, 2022 certified reviewer
Beautiful, brave, and touching piece of solo performance. Austin's life journey is filled with all kinds of ups and downs, and he shares them so generously, honestly, and leaves the audience feeling inspired to keep on going no matter how hard it gets. "I'm still here" love it !!! ... full review

Breed or Bust

michael lyons · June 12, 2022 certified reviewer
Funny, engaging, and touching piece of solo performance. Joyful has an ease with the audience and no shortage of funny, charming stories to tell. It moves fast and breaths just where it needs to. ... full review

Noor Inayat Khan: The Forgotten Spy

michael lyons · June 12, 2022 certified reviewer
An engaging, well-acted, and fascinating piece of theater. Almanya's acting is grounded and powerful, and the writing is beautiful, sad, and inspiring. ... full review

CAMP GINGER: AN ORIGINAL MUSICAL

michael lyons · June 07, 2022 certified reviewer
Engaging, creative, fun, and deeply touching. Steve is really talented actor, singer, and writer! Full of funny characters, disarming songs, and beautiful vulnerability, Camp Ginger is truly a treat. ... full review