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| Toby Yatso and Jenny Hintze Photo by Reg Madison Photography |
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"...While the show's score isn't that memorable, Phoenix Theatre regular Toby Yatso is both hilarious and entirely lovable as Buddy, the part played by Will Ferrell in the film, and the production is full of charm, heart, and an abundance of holiday spirit....Director D. Scott Withers has assembled a wonderful cast who all sing incredibly well and also know how to ensure the warmth of the story isn't lost under the weight of the show's more wacky and comical moments. ..The sense of childlike innocence and excitability Yatso brings to the role, combined with his tall, lanky frame and winning personality, make for a lovable and silly man-child who is both entirely believable as this fish out of water as well as completely endearing. Yatso makes you care for Buddy and his plight and cheer for him to succeed. As Walter, Buddy's father, Chris Eriksen creates a realistic portrayal of the hardworking man who mistakenly puts work over his family. Jenny Hintze evokes a perfect sense of pessimism as Jovie, the young, edgy woman Buddy meets on his journey, who has a much more hardened view of the world than Buddy does....a colorful, whimsical, fun, family-friendly holiday treat full of optimism and a beautiful message about the joy of innocence and the importance of family." -Gil Benbrook, Talkin' Broadway (click here to read the complete review)
"...Writers Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin have done well adapting the screenplay to stage... Director D. Scott Withers keeps the show tightly reigned with an outstanding cast of valley talent... A its center is Toby Yatso with a performance so high in energy his light shines brighter than the tree at Rockefeller Center...." -David Appleford, Valley Screen and Stage (click here to read the complete review)
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