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highlights from local critics reviews - (click link at bottom of each review to read complete review)
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"James Cougar Canfield's enchanting new stage adaptation of The Secret Garden remains refreshingly faithful to Frances Hodgson Burnett's beloved 1911 novel, capturing the heart and soul of its timeless themes. Southwest Shakespeare Company is presenting the first fully staged production of this new adaptation and it resonates with warmth and a transformative nature. The cast, brimming with talent and heart, bring Burnett's cherished characters vividly to life, instilling the story with emotion, authenticity, and a sense of magic that honors the original tale....Though Canfield's adaptation overall is strong, and it does a wonderful job in breathing life into Burnett's characters, there are moments when the pacing falters slightly. A few scenes repeat information already well established, while there are a couple scenes that aren't truly necessary or that run on a tad too long, and trimming these could streamline the story and tighten the pacing without sacrificing depth. Nevertheless, the emotional core remains intact and Canfield's script hits every necessary beat in the well-regarded story–from sorrow to joy, isolation to connection–ensuring the audience stays deeply invested in the characters and plot throughout.." - Gil Benbrook, TalkinBroadway.com (click here to read the complete review)
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