Here There Be Dragons

I want Drew to tell me stories everyday. I really feel like I cannot put into words how this show made me feel other than...everything on the spectrum of emotions. I laughed, cried, felt like I was in the most well constructed therapy session of my life, I wanted to meditate, I wanted to participate in the conversation, I wanted to reach out and hug him. I sat in the front row and typically that makes me feel insanely uncomfortable, not knowing the performer(s) or anything about what I'm about to watch... but I immediately felt connected to Drew, as if he were already a friend. I found that my usual unfocused eyes were completely affixed on him. I couldn't stop feeling like I was the only person in the room and we were just having a chat... full review

Drew Sandiver delivers the goods here. He has a very strong stage presence and the story he has to deliver is smartly constructed. His message really resonated with me personally- glad I took the time. ... full review

I went into the show not knowing what to expect. A man and his dog shared a story I found humorous, sad, inspiring, and entertaining. A brave soul and his canine muse guided us through the hills and valleys of his life, leading us to fascinating and thought-provoking life lessons he learned along the way. ... full review

Can't say I'd recommend it, as my overall impression is that this performance was meant more for the storyteller than it was for the audience.... full review

A very brave performance. Well acted and paced. The dog was a charming antidote to the underlying pathos. ... full review

For fringereview.com.....Drew Vandiver's journey from rural Georgia to Hollywood and back again, and back again, is interesting and storied, taking in Oxford University, rehab, and managing the world's largest Victoria's Secret. The phrase "Based on a true story" would be used if this show were a movie. Vandiver and his dog Commodore are a double act in the mold of Penn and Teller; one does all the talking and the other manages to look cute and lovable. Commodore also gives this otherwise static and wordy piece some theatricality, he happily makes friends with the audience, being passed from lap to lap, until his master summons him with a soft whistle to do another scripted bit. The story is one we have heard variations of before; bright y... full review

Drew is a crisp performer who really bares his soul in this piece. The dog is adorable, great addition to the show. It's a funny, touching story of finding yourself and your inner strength. See it if you can! ... full review

I would like to see it again.... full review