Louise Penn

“This production is easily five-star.”

“Pride is about two communities coming together against the common enemy – and yes, there is one person in the valley who hates that and tries to ruin it. But there is also understanding, friendship, fun, and empowerment.”

“This is going to become a Cyrano I recall with pleasure.”

“Those curious enough to attend a jukebox musical for a man who died 28 years ago will find a book that simplifies a complicated artist and human being, but has some striking moments.”

“If you are coming here curious to learn more about the man and the legend, Joe DiPietro’s book comes up a little short.”

“Herrin's production digs deep into an era now passing into distant memory, without making it feel unreachable.”

“The production is beautifully staged, cast, and directed, and there is a strong chemistry between the brilliant Manville and Turner.”

“I highly recommend this show for its wit, pathos, and puppetry!”

“Bright, vital and enchanting, John Proctor is the Villain tackles difficult themes and situations with cautious humour, running at a breakneck speed across 1 hour and 45 minutes.”

“I'll be thinking about it for a while, and seeing Taylor alone is worth the trip, as her Maggie is terrific.”

“A gloriously fun night in the theatre which I would love to see again.”

“It's a colourful, loud and unapologetic spectacle.”

“Shadowlands is a deeply moving play on life, love, loss, and faith.”

“There are moments I didn't like – an odd moment of dance, a sleazy station master, even Amy's maturity – but in the main this is a good production, just not one of the greats.”

“It's an absolute riot and I haven't laughed so much since The Book of Mormon.”

“Hands down the best production I have seen of this play, which retains its relevance after 80 years.”

“Where MJ The Musical excels is in the technical aspects of production: lighting, sound, set, effects, videography.”