Full disclosure here: I've known Michael Kass for some years, so a gush from me is certainly biased.
That said, if I didn't thoroughly enjoy his piece I just wouldn't have written a review.
'Pure' storytelling (just actors on a stage, or folks around a campfire) is probably my favorite form of theatre to see, but it's also the most demanding. Like Chekhov or Shakespeare, if the story is executed with anything less than deft skill the audience will be bored and/or confused, or even activel...
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Some of these reviews have entirely missed the concept of what a tech-heavy preview night is. When the director steps on stage and spells out that what you're about to witness is essentially a rehearsal, an audience needs to set an appropriate level of expectation (in my opinion).
I thought this was a clever and very fun musical. Understanding that there were serious sound issues (and the issue of what we saw being a condensation of what would otherwise be a 2 hour show), I personally believe...
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I was fortunate enough to see Kimleigh's show some time back when she performed for Evolve Cinema at the Bravo Cucina venue. She really stunned me.
Then I got a chance to see her show again last night and I have to say, "GO SEE IT NOW!".
This show is a roller-coaster that had me in stitches and sincerely touched (both times I saw it).
One of the strongest bits of storytelling I've seen out here, sincerely....
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