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| Debra K. Stevens and Jodie Weiss Photo by Bill Phillips |
highlights from local critics reviews - (click link at bottom of each review to read complete review)
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"Jen Silverman's dramedy The Roommate focuses on two middle-aged strangers who find a connection when they become roommates. Theatre Artist Studio's production of this 2015 play features two well-known local actresses, Debra K. Stevens and Jodie Weiss, who are both exceptional as these two lost souls. Their wonderful and realistic performances help mitigate some of the shortfalls in the underbaked, uneven, and somewhat unconvincing script....Silverman's script is an interesting character study but somewhat lacking as a fully fleshed-out drama. While there are many poignant and moving moments, there are odd shifts between comedy and drama with much of the tension and conflict coming across as awkward and unrealistic..Collectively, (director Patti) Suarez, Weiss and Stevens elevate this production to something that goes beyond the stilted script. Suarez is an actress and director with years of experience so she clearly understands what's needed to make the production succeed. That's why, even with some reservations with the play, I enjoyed it and would recommend it in order to see these two exceptional actresses at work together on stage." - Gil Benbrook, TalkinBroadway.com (click here to read the complete review)
"Stevens and Weiss deliver stellar performances, each bringing a sense of authenticity and emotional depth to her role and creating two fully realized, nuanced, and relatable characters. Their chemistry on stage is palpable and electric. The result is one of the more memorable and dynamic Productions of the theatre season....Silverman's sharp and witty writing, filled with one-liners and poignant moments of reflection, all delivered with clarity and emotional force by both performers....In the hands of Patti Suarez's astute and steady direction, the play is marked by brisk pacing. Quite to the point, Suarez, Stevens, and Weiss have delivered a home run ~ a must-see!" - Herbert Paine, Broadway World (click here to read the complete review)
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