"The Mermaid Who Learned How to Fly"

Kyla Garcia is a tremendously charismatic performer who gets at the heart of her story and brings it home to her audience with wit, aplomb and talent to spare. This show is for anyone who's been in love, had their hearts broken or broken hearts, risked their dreams to live in that love and seen the price that they were willing to pay for it. Go see it! ... full review

In terms of acting, Kyla's work is impeccable. Her seamless transitions from one character to the next we clear and distinct. It went beyond physical gesture, to the point she was truly embodying each character to the point you left feeling as if an entire cast had been on stage. Not many actors could pull that off, especially with the emotional range and depth of performance. Those fluid transitions and economical choreography is a testament to the director, Jessica Johnson, as well. In regards to the writing, Ms. Garcia's language painted a visual picture so very appropriate for the setting, theme, and subject of the show. It was fantastical language with flirtatious and humorous edges. A true delight to listen to. As a com... full review

Kyla absolutely inhabited each of the characters she portrayed. She was just stellar and her energy is boundless. I was wrapped up in every moment of the story; never losing interest. I heartily recommend that anyone pursuing a dream, see "The Mermaid Who Learned How to Fly." it will renew your faith in your own human spirit. ... full review

Kyla Garcia is absolutely amazing in her solo performance "The Mermaid Who Learned How To Fly". She portrays each character so differently and with such ease and commitment, I felt like I was watching more than one actor on stage. This is one of the best solo pieces I have ever seen. You do not want to miss this brilliant show!... full review

KYLA GARCIA IS THE MERMAID WHO LEARNED HOW TO FLY!!! WHAT AN AMAZING PERFORMANCE, STORY, POEM, HEARTBREAKING, INSPIRATIONAL MAGICAL RIDE. I FLEW 3,000 MILES TO SEE A ONE WOMAN SHOW AND WAS INTRIGUINGLY TAKEN BY SURPRISE WHEN I WAS WELCOME TO A WORLD OF MAKE BELIEVE AND REALITY ALL INTERTWINED IN A FASCINATING TALE OF DREAMS, LOVE, DESPAIR AMUSEMENT AND IMAGINATION! SO VERY THANKFUL THAT I WITNESS THIS RAW PIECE OF TALENT IN MY LIFETIME. ... full review

Kyla Garcia is perfection in "The Mermaid Who Learned How To Fly". Full of energy, passion and life, she beautifully weaves a compelling and thoughtful story for her audience. I was immediately pulled into her magical world and was completely captivated by her charm and wit from the moment she started speaking. The wonderful mermaid Kyla gives a truly enchanting and touching performance and I do hope this show gets an encore because it should be seen by everyone attending Fringe! ... full review

Kyla Garcia's exuberence and energy palpably fill the space in this one woman show about a young woman coming of age in love. Through fairy godmother plot devices, dance, and structured scenes, she takes us through the late teens and early twenties of a woman's navigation through high school and college, the two great loves of her young life, and the writing that holds her together. What the piece lacks in structure and production is made up for in enthusiasm, for it is the actress herself that we are charmed by. ... full review

what an absolutely amazing show!well written, well directed, masterfully acted.This play Was captivating start to finish. Her transitions into each character were superb. The play was funny, heartwarming,heartbreaking at times, and inspirational. This is what theater should be. An incredible show, well done!... full review

The performance was outstanding and was very well written! Extremely inspiring, I laughed I cried and I would totally see it again, I absolutely loved it! ... full review

I witnessed Kyla win hands down the Hollywood Monologue Slam so I was aware of her raw versatility. Last night was unforgettable. I have never in my life witnessed such a bold actress take so much from her own life and incorporate it into such an amazing story so that others can have the courage to take on their "realms of fear" and fly living to the fullest. She is clearly an incredible asset in Entertainment, but more importantly a beautiful reminder to the world we are here for one another. Grateful to have such powerful inspiration in my life. Can't wait to see what she has in store next. ... full review