Bob Leggett

t seems that I saved one of the best shows of HFF19 for last, as Lear/Loman delivered on so many levels.  Starting with the amazing script written by Kate Schwartz and directed by Scott Leggett, the acting was simply amazing and the show left a sizeable impact on me, especially given what had happened to me during the weekend.  Suffice it to say that this show is definitely in the top 10 and maybe even the top 5 of the over 600 shows I have reviewed at the Fringe, and I will never forget its impa... full review

Another of the Matts, this time Matt Robinson, has come through with an amazing addition to HFF19. This show is a masterpiece and his hand-selected cast are comedic geniuses in pulling out all the stops to make this the funniest damn show of the Fringe. ... full review

Certain Fringe actors have earned their reputation by consistently delivering quality work. Two of those particular performers are Esther Mira and Lisa K. Wyatt. They have brought this show to life which was written and directed by the equally brilliant Jim Blanchette. In what might be one of the most challenging roles of their lives, they play a therapist and her client, who is unintentionally “made aware” of her past lives during the therapy. I will not give away the great story, but suffice... full review

The show was very campy and dark, and will probably be enjoyed by a much younger demographic. It also seemed like the cast was not quite up to the challenge, as their were serious vocal issues. The one shinning star was the over-the-top performance of Maeve Thompson Osgood as Lisa Graves. Although not a total bomb, it could use some additional rehearsal time and maybe some recasting before going forward. i truly see the potential in the show, but felt it was not nearly as strong as NMI‘s othe... full review

At Matt Martin‘s insistence, I witnessed a powerful hour of solo shows featuring Adam Meredith in Drowning (written by Leilani Squire) and Blaine Vedros in Black & Blue (written by Ron Fromstein. This was powerful theater about the effect hope has in keeping us from making bad decisions. Both shows were skillfully directed by Martin, and gave us plenty of food for thought. Because of my own personal experiences with the military and domestic violence, these stories left a lasting impression on... full review

Every once in a while you get lucky enough to see a master of improv at the top of his form. Unfortunately, that was not this show. The humor is dry, the timing was off, but it was still an interesting show, primarily for the M&Ms being passed around. ... full review

This year’s show revealed an entirely different side of her amazing life. This one was more relatable, and filled with brilliant comedic moments. She held the audience in the palm of her hand, and we will forever be changed by her willingness to make herself vulnerable. ... full review

There have been quite a few politically charged shows at HFF19, but this one is unique among them. It tells the story of the nonviolence movement started by Mahatma Gandhi and perfected by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It is told in story and song, and will stay with you long after the final bow. ... full review

This show will shock you to your core, but not necessarily in the way you think. It is a brilliant piece written and directed by, and starring William Thompson. ... full review

I have come to the realization that the team of Jeff Scott Carey and Emily Clark is just as formidable as that of Michael Shaw Fisher and Alli Miller. Their latest effort, Come on Down, is further proof of that fact. Could Joan Osbourne have been on to something? ... full review