A Man of No Importance

"A Man of No Importance" has it all - a tight & witty script, good music, talented cast, great costumes, a minimal but well-used set and brilliant direction. The accents were superb & the message - "Love Who You Love", really resonated with me. I LOVE this show!... full review

I was very moved by this production! Janet Miller is clearly a brilliant director. The show moved seamlessly with a realism that is lacking from far too many shows these days. Heart-wrenching performances from Dominic McChesney, Shirley Anne Hatton, and Dominic McChesney, and an all-around beautifully cast ensemble. From the costumes, to the lighting, to the set, it was a wonderful experience. WELL DONE! Can't wait to see their next production. ... full review

It's a very "classic" kind of Broadway show for the Fringe, but it is also perfectly placed in a small, intimate theater -- because the people in the story are small, ordinary people, and the view of their emotions on display is intimate and moving. That said, the production has a surprising size, like one of those magic bags in Harry Potter that is small on the outside but surprisingly capacious on the inside. There are only four musicians on stage, but they sound like a full orchestra. There are a few chairs and tables, but they become a church social hall, an apartment, a pub, and, even a bus in motion. The show is about the power of friendship in a time of intolerance, and the cast supports each other in an amazing way -- there's n... full review

What a terrific show! Talented cast, engrossing story, GREAT staging. And the live music - gorgeous! My husband commented that the music alone was worth the price of admission. Thank you for bringing this theatrical magic to Los Angeles. ... full review

Man of No Importance was a sensitive look at freedom in relationship, choosing and not choosing who to love, and acceptance. The music was nice, the playful and funny numbers my favorite, "Going Up" and "Books."... full review

An Irish bus driver finds escape in the world of theater. This musical is awfully precious, but it's hard not to be charmed by a cast so uniformly excellent and direction so sharp. This is a fully costumed, fully lit, fully staged, and fully produced full length show- a notch above most anything else you'll find at Fringe. fringeblog.webs.com ... full review

The play was very engaging. The actors transformed simple staging into a rich experience for the audience. I thought the actors who played Alfie and Lily were especially good. The band added a lot to the show and the musicians were wonderful. The story was sweet and a little sad, but had a lovely satisfying end. A feel good show about a tough subject especially in that era. Overall, I loved the show and highly recommend it! ... full review

This was a an incredible play! It was one of those theatrical events where every aspect of the production was spot on. The ensemble cast were fantastic and the director did an incredible job of utilizing the space. The musicians added to such a great experience. I cannot recommend this musical enough. See it before it is too late!... full review

"A Man of No Importance" is a love story; love for Art, love for family, love for friends, romantic love, and love for self. I didn't know what to expect going in. I specifically went to see a friend of mine perform, and was pleasantly surprised by the story. While the story isn't necessarily original, there are plot points that stray from typical love triangle dramas. Especially in the social dialogue if today, this comedic drama touches on some very important issues and the company tells the story with talented performances and simple, yet effective use of the stage. I thoroughly enjoyed this piece. Even though it was long at 2.5 hours, it never felt long. Highly recommended. ... full review

See my review, A PRODUCTION OF GREAT IMPORTANCE, at Stage and Cinema: http://www.stageandcinema.com/2013/06/17/a-man-of-no-importance-good-people-hollywood-fringe/... full review