52 Pick-up

Surprising. Involving. Wholly inventive. Moving the audience alternately from guffaws to gasps and teary eyes. The actors’ portrayals were nimble and intimate, but the subjects touched upon were universal. A gem. Kudos to the two wonderful leads and everyone involved. ... full review

Sheer inventiveness and great theatricality.... full review

If it's a card game we play, emotions are the prize. 52 Pick Up stacked the deck with masterful acting pushing a spartan script further that I thought possible. Entertaining, funny and heartwarming.... full review

There is no question that Ann Noble is one of the most talented actresses gracing the stages of Los Angeles. There are moments in her bitter-sweet, two-person clown show 52 Pick-Up at the Broadwater Studio, where this shines through. ... full review

This was such an intense, heartfelt, funny clown show it nearly blew my socks off! The clowns here have great chemistry, and have imaginative story telling beats that brought a special kind of magic to the stage. The lack of dialogue makes for a very expressive, and physically intense show that I could not take my eyes off of!... full review

Touching. Great acting ... full review

In the Beckettesque landscape of nowhere and everywhere, Ann Noble and Jeffrey Johnson pulled me into this painful and potent world from the start. Their performances are riveting as they seek to connect. This story is simple, provocative and moving! ... full review

Entrancing, hilarious, bizarre, and heartfelt, “52 Pick-Up” manages to say so much by saying so little. Ann Noble and Jeffrey Johnson are magical in how they take over the space and grab your attention from start to finish. Truly one of the gems of this Fringe.... full review

52 Pick-Up is a dazzling display of clown work and the human connection that bonds us all. With radiant performances from Ann Noble and Jeffrey Johnson, this play touches every heart and leaves the audience wanting more from this dynamic duo. Simply magical and a beautifully written and performed piece.... full review

This wonderful play reminded me why I love live theatre. It is touching and beautiful. Well crafted and acted. Tiny moments of perfection. Only clowns can break your heart and then make you laugh about it. As you can tell, I really liked it LOL... full review