Non-Registered Critics: Pat Taylor
The End of Sex
Directed with HEARTFELT PASSION by Maria Gobetti, this is a slice of life story, loaded with true to life issues and powerful emotions...
You must get to know this talented and visionary theatre group! You won't be disappointed, and will likely also become a Victory Theatre groupie!
Showpony
...Their current offering, Showpony, written by Judith Leora, is no exception to my heartfelt praise. Directed with fun-loving EXCELLENCE by Tom Ormeny, this entire cast turns out MEMORABLY WORTHY performances!
DEATHTRAP
This is a most entertaining journey from start to finish! ...A tantalizing thriller from start to finish, mystery lovers will leave having been deliciously entertained. Don't miss it!
Unemployed Elephants - A Love Story
On the technical backbone of any production…they are RARELY PRAISED IN PRINT. Kudos to all! Appealing and QUIRKY set design by Evan Bartoletti, lighting by Carol Doering, PLAYFUL costumes by Meagan Evers, original music and sound by Noah Andrade and the onstage projection design was a GORGEOUS highlight of the overall magic. A beautifully staged production in all aspects of theatrical magic! KUDOS to all!
DON'T HUG ME, WE'RE FAMILY
Directed with FAST PACED FRIVOLITY by Doug Engalla, and PLAYFULLY choreographed by Michele Bernath, the laughs are non-stop and the storyline is BONKERS! The cleverly cluttered set design (by Chris Winfield) is a joy to behold, and an onstage jukebox cleverly provides the orchestration. It's a musical laugh-fest, featuring a zany cast of seven actors, 14 original songs and 12 radio jingles. A TON OF FUN!
I'M NOT A COMEDIAN...I'M LENNY BRUCE
Directed with GRITTY FOCUS by actor Joe Mantegna (TV's Criminal Minds), the delicate balance between actor and director is strongly felt here. Not usually a big fan of “one-actor” productions, but now and then one comes along that I feel puts the audience in a focused and appreciative trance throughout. This is one of those magical times!
A Love Affair
Never disappointed in the work offered here…once again the experience was well worth the drive from Burbank....Do get to know the visionary, always creative work offered here! I've been covering their productions for many years and have never been disappointed. True lovers of live theatre, they have the magic touch. Get to know their work and their passion!
Lost in Yonkers
Director Larry Eisenberg BRILLIANTLY inspires these fine actors to bring the wildly colorful characters to life. You can have a great script and wonderful cast, but without the skilled guidance of an inspired director even the best script can fall flat! This is a colorfully unique family… and a ton of fun!
Somewhere in the Middle
“…a humorously entertaining play with thought-provoking undertones and issues. Written BEAUTIFULLY by Gary Lamb, borrowing from his own family memories, he also directs the play with HEARTFELT EMOTION. The journey for the audience was soul searching and relatable, as each of us consider our own family histories. Loaded with laughs, nostalgia and wisdom, his script looks at family dynamics from all sides. …STRONG PERFORMANCES… The whole shebang is a ton of fun and well performed by all! The colorful set and props, designed with DETAILED BRILLIANCE by Joanne McGee, are visually awe-inspiring! Amanda Walter (Costume Design) and Zad Potter (Light Design) also set the mood artfully. This is an in-depth family story that held my interest from the very first moment. Do see it!” -Tolucan Times