North of Providence

The play presented two dynamic actors rekindling old wounds from the past while showcasing the reality of a tumultuous brother-sister relationship. Both Jennifer and Michael can make a small theatrical space seem infinitely large allowing the audience to be engulfed in their world with them while still making it seem so intimate. Brilliant work with the help of the brilliant mind of newcomer play director, Aleksandar Popovic.... full review

Powerful performances by the two leads. ... full review

I went into this knowing very little about the play and was pleasantly surprised about how conversational and natural it felt. I loved the set design and the meticulous artistic decisions and flourishes that elevated the experience. The performances were heart-wrenching and intensely moving. I loved watching these talented actors journey the multiple layers of their characters' emotions.... full review

I was blown away with the performance of Michael and Jennifer. I was drawn in and lost where I was. It was so genuine a performance. ... full review

Spectacular! I loved the intimate setting and attention to detail on stage. Wonderfully directed. Jen and Michael made you feel like you were a fly on the wall in their home. The relationship work between the actors went deep. I really felt like I was watching two siblings explore the depths of ancestral karma. They weren’t afraid to get dirty and in the process made something beautiful. Big congrats to all who brought this play to life.... full review

It's hard to imagine a more engaging 50 minutes of narrative drama than this stunning and electric performance from Gouchoe and Nardelli. Simplified to it's purest form, the emotional journey of these characters speaks directly to the heart of anyone lucky enough to be in the seats in front of them. Popovic's direction is reserved and nuanced, providing subtle accents that heighten the emotional currency - making it hard, if not impossible to not fall in love with this brother and sister pair. By the end of the play, as the lights go down, they have captured our hearts - leaving us with a palpable and rich understanding of why the piece was written in the first place. Bravo. ... full review

Excellent show. 45 minutes with no scene breaks - it takes tremendous talent to be able to execute this at such a high level. Michael Nardelli & Jennifer Gouchoe are top notch. ... full review

Fantastic performances by and wonderful chemistry between Jennifer and Michael are the backbone of this show! They are excellent, and the space and blocking creates a really intimate feel that cements how powerful this show is.... full review

I laughed, I cried, I audibly gasped, but most of all; I felt at home as I watched two incredibly vulnerable characters with intrigue and curiosity. Michael and Jennifer deliver deeply personal performances to complement such a raw and gritty story. Congratulations to all those involved with the production.... full review

Don’t make plans after this play unless the plans are crying alone in your car. ... full review