Blindsided

What an experience! no elaborate set, no famous cast.... just raw, visceral emotion that tugged at your heart and made you a witness to Jeannette's incredible story. She is an accomplished story teller who takes you to a journey filled with bittersweet humor, unbearable anguish and sadness yet leaves you with an incredible appreciation for life with all its ups and down. This show should be performed in schools all around the country. As Jeannette said toward the end of her performance "Be careful how you speak to women". ... full review

I laughed, I cried, I laughed again, I cried some more, and I left with a smile on my face. Jeannette Rizzi’s talent is unmistakable as she skillfully captures the voices and personalities of those who have shaped her into the person she is today—from her best friend Katie, whose suicide shook Jeannette to her core, to Flash, a wiener dog who calls it as he sees it. Blindsided is a terrific, thought-provoking show.... full review

Jeannette's perspective and moving performance is resonating with me and touched home in many ways. She taught me some important things about myself that were therapeutic. Jeannette has a way of making each character real to life, which make you laugh and cry and agree. Her creative descriptions of the mentality of the church and the behaviors of humans towards each other, remind you that we all want the same respect, honor, integrity and loyalty. I left the show wanting to hear the rest of her story and share mine, and an understanding of what a brilliant talent she is, to teach us through her pain. Rebecca... full review

Jeannette delivers her poignant message through multiple voices; a dying Italian grandmother, dachshund puppy, gentle nun mother, African boyfriend, and various southern gentry. Her dialects are spot on. This young woman radiates humor, beauty, intelligence, and altruism. Rizzi courageously bears her soul for all marginalized by society. Bravo! ... full review

Powerful, beautifully done performance. Jeanette Rizzi is a professional who needs to get this show out there for more to see. She has an innate gift to bring such a serious message to the public with hilarious comic!!!... full review

I was lucky enough to see the closing night performance of a sold-out run at Hollywood Fringe of "Blindsided". Jeannette Rizzi is funny, witty and vulnerable with a smile that physically draws you to her. A great one-woman show. Remember that name, you'll see it again!... full review

Jeannette's "Blindsided" performance was brilliant and hard hitting! This one-women show was delivered with veracity, warmth,energy and compassion. The audience laughed, cried, and reflected as her stories become our stories. ... full review

Three Words: Courageous, Powerful, Inspirational Thank You Ms. Jeanette you truly are Amazing!!... full review

I absolutely loved Jeannette's show. It's a must see, I laughed and cried. She is so brave to share her life on stage. I feel like I could relate to parts of her life. Jeannette is a beautiful, talented, inspirational, and strong woman. ... full review

Jeannette is a remarkable young woman. A true talent. She had the audience crying one moment and roaring with laughter the next. Definitely a rising star!... full review