Cynthia Brinkman

Voices from Chornobyl Jr.

cynthia brinkman · June 25, 2011 uncertified reviewer
This show is poignant and powerful. The magic comes especially when you see the children engaging in the questions afterwards. Imagine getting an 9 year old child to engage in a discussion about our government's role in protecting us or nuclear power plant development! Bring your kids and GO see this show!... full review

Girl Band in the Men's Room

cynthia brinkman · June 25, 2011 certified reviewer
This show was cast perfectly – the women on stage hold a chemistry and presence that makes you think they’ve been rocking out together for years. The storyline and characters kept me engaged with the band and their story from the second we see their writer and lead guitarist take the stage. Lisa Summerscales plays an exceptionally funny Murphy with excellent comedic timing and Kat Primeau embodied that je ne sais quoi of the band’s lead singer perfectly. An entertaining time, a beautiful story... full review

Beneath Rippling Water

cynthia brinkman · June 25, 2011 uncertified reviewer
It is tough to write a review when somebody as talented as Sybyl Walker leaves you speechless. A quintuple threat, this actress-writer-singer-dancer-character-inhabiter keeps you enthralled and engaged from the second the lights are out and you are waiting for her to appear – as her melodic singing beckons you into her story. She inhabits every character and moment so truthfully and organically that you cannot help but be carried away on the journey she takes you through. I laughed, I cried,... full review

CHELA

cynthia brinkman · June 14, 2011 uncertified reviewer
If you came to the Fringe to see a powerful performance, DON'T MISS CHELA!!! Dulce Maria Solis packs a powerful performance and uplifting journey into Chela. Just as Shakespeare lightens Hamlet's load with the grave digger, so does Dulce deliver some hilarious characters throughout to keep the audience afloat. A true heroine's journey, you find yourself cheering for her mother's first and victorious orgasm! BRAVO!!!... full review