Abby Schachner

Emma Estrada Seeks Estardum

abby schachner · June 16, 2024 certified reviewer
Emma is such a unique, fearless, and committed performer/comic/clown, she could make a paper clip funny, even riveting, and that's what so fascinating about her. She makes endless moments out of the mundane and it's really quite spectacular. She pushes boundaries in a safe, fun, playful way... she's a writer and an original thinker, a humorist, a satirist... and when you see her, much like a quality therapist, you're better off that when you came in. This show is just what the doctor ordered. ... full review

Parlour Games

abby schachner · June 15, 2024 certified reviewer
well written, well acted, and a fun way to spend an hour! I was very impressed with what this show pulled off! And I don't even tend to like plays! Just made me think what a gift it is when you get such good, fun writing and when you merge that with a talented cast. It's lovely to partake!... full review

Happily Divorced

abby schachner · June 15, 2024 certified reviewer
A beautiful, heartfelt perspective on a once happy marriage gone bad... (and the why's and how's of becoming who you are)... as told by Ruth with passion, vulnerability, humor, and depth. And no self pity!! Whu?!?! (it's enviable, really)... full review

This Is Art

abby schachner · June 09, 2024 certified reviewer
Tony is a talented and humBle ARTIST. ... full review

Pop Star

abby schachner · June 08, 2024 certified reviewer
Pop Star is a fun show and it was a great way to start off the fringe. It's funny, personal, and 'real', with little to no self pity. Whu?!! As a show, it's basically a digestible, foot tapping, head bopping romp. To top it off, Devon is an extremely likable and talented performer/singer. As an audience member, you're in good hands with Devon at the helm!... full review

THANKSGIVING

abby schachner · June 17, 2017 certified reviewer
great writing... wonderful cast... fun... funny... terrific acting. really really well done on all fronts. SOLID! The crowd stood up with no hesitation for a standing O.... full review

The Rich and the Poor

abby schachner · June 17, 2017 uncertified reviewer
Evan is a likable and lovable storyteller that deserves more of an audience.... full review

INGERSOLL SPEAKS!

abby schachner · June 13, 2017 certified reviewer
Ernest is a passionate writer/performer, and I always leave his shows smarter and more 'aware' than when I entered. He is likable, lovable, earnest, and he always cares about his subjects so much that love just spills into the audience. His shows are always such a treat. Hmmm... now that I think about it, I probably ought to see it a second time.... full review

Hey Hollywood, My Hustle Has ADHD

abby schachner · June 13, 2017 certified reviewer
Rasika is a powerhouse performer that folks need to see. She's so comfortable onstage and such a good improviser (she casts audience members and is so incredibly present with them). She's fun... deep... FUNNY... and touching (sniff... there's a beautiful baby turtle through-line which was a lovely decision in regards to structuring the show). Not sure what she'll do next, but I'd watch a sketch-style solo show from her in a heartbeat, but who knows what she has up her sleeve... or... what the wor... full review

Quantum Entanglement

abby schachner · June 10, 2017 certified reviewer
Beautiful, poetic... talented cast... lovely writing... and a great artistic set, too. I am really glad I came out for this. The idea to include the audience in the opening was brilliant. Some really lovely moments... and on the whole, a perfect fringe piece (and beyond). Great job!... full review

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