Ruby Marez
Lessons from Children's Books
ruby marez
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June 15, 2024
certified reviewer
This show is clever, smart, vulnerable and entertaining! I dug it! I loved how Phil re-examined the morality and character behind each childrens’ story book and offered a reframe.
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Laughable
ruby marez
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June 15, 2024
certified reviewer
What must overcome to make art is inspiring. Stacie Burrows can’t stop and won’t stop even if her body keeps getting in her way. Many people would not continue on, but I am so grateful Stacie did! This show made me laugh and cry and want to call my mom afterwards.
Brava Stacie. Brava...
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Furiozo: Man Looking for Trouble
ruby marez
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June 15, 2024
uncertified reviewer
Furiozo is a MUST SEE.
How Piotr conveys so much with gesture and face is beyond measure. My takeaways of this: a clown show highlighting: toxic masculinity, trauma, and cycles of harm.
This is so well done- Piotr is a master clown. ...
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Empathy Party
ruby marez
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June 25, 2023
certified reviewer
I loved this show for many reasons and one is because it is a Dominican man going against machismo culture and standing up for a new way of being. Of Being with your feelings. Representing Gentle Masculinity.
I especially loved when Ariel unveiled a picture of himself as a 10-year-old and engaged in a poignant dialogue with his younger self throughout the show. One of many deeply moving and contemplative moments that unfolded throughout the performance.
I wish I could see this again!...
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The Sentence
ruby marez
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June 25, 2023
certified reviewer
Loved watching a show that highlighted the unity of women in their battle against male violence, employing any means necessary, that kept the audience guessing until the very end. Loved the originality of it all!...
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The Sad Life Of A Happy Man
ruby marez
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June 22, 2023
certified reviewer
Congratulations to Ty on bringing mental health theatre to the forefront of the stage. The Sad Life of a Happy Man demonstrates skillful writing and a performance that sheds light on the internal struggles that many individuals conceal and are afraid to share due to shame. This work effectively portrays the challenges of navigating through darkness and searching for a way out. Something many of us can relate to. The portrayal of one man embodying multiple versions of himself not only captivated t...
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5 years or 5 minutes
ruby marez
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June 22, 2023
certified reviewer
Johnny's performance had me enthralled. The way he weaves his stories and connects with the audience gives you the sensation of embarking on a shared voyage through his life with him.
With absolute charm, Johnny effortlessly invites you into his realm, evoking the myriad of emotions that accompany venturing into uncharted territories. He serves as a poignant reminder of the highs and lows that come with embracing an unfamiliar path....
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No f*cks given. None taken. All done.
ruby marez
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June 22, 2023
certified reviewer
School is in session and your teacher Pamela makes it clear she is not available for small talk or bullshit- WHICH I LOVE!
Pamela's interactive show skillfully combines intelligent deconstruction of behaviors that are programmed into us, lessons on how we can stop participating in the b.s., a lesson on compassion, and moments of dark humor.
She draws the audience in immediately with what her human experience has been all while making us laugh.
Prepare yourself for an enlightening experience...
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Little Stars Youth Theatre Presents: MACBETH (a solo show)
ruby marez
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June 22, 2023
uncertified reviewer
Make sure not to miss this incredibly funny show, which is equally amusing in its idea and implementation, while also bringing to light a mental health issue in the main character and being chock full of funny, surprising moments!
Honestly my favorite production of MacBeth yet! And Jill playing all the witches is 💯 ...
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Homeless Romantic
ruby marez
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June 20, 2023
certified reviewer
Really enjoyed the show! I’m in awe of Tony as a human and a performer. His story is heartbreaking and yet he does a good job of making sure the audience laughs and knows that even though he has PTSD from being homeless he also wants to talk about his experience and share what he has learned. I recommend this show and I also recommend coming with questions to ask Tony about his homelessness when he has his interactive Q&A with the audience. Your curiosity helps fuel the show!...
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