-"... a gorgeous piece of acting from Nicole Laurenzi in the central role — she captures here the central character’s fortitude, vulnerability and hope."
-"Subtle and moving"
-"Wholly transcendent"
-"What sets this production apart is Violet herself, and the remarkable performance from Nicole Laurenzi that brings her to life."
-"In the central role, big-voiced newcomer Nicole Laurenzi is a terrifically sympathetic narrator ... Keep an eye on where she swims next."
-"... (she) captures her character's vulnerability, intelligence, humor, and grit, charting Charlotte's emotional arc empathetically and authentically..."
-"...bursting at the seams with honest emotion."
-"Ms. Laurenzi’s soaring vocal achievements and delicate acting choices take the production to the next level, creating one of this season’s most vibrant performances in recent memory.”
-"Laurenzi’s take on the role is a veritable master class in musical theater acting.”
-"She is a most welcome addition to Chicagoland, for sure."
-"Laurenzi’s eyes sing as expressively as her mouth"