"... a gorgeous piece of acting from Nicole Laurenzi in the central role — she captures here the central character’s fortitude, vulnerability and hope ..." |
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"Wholly transcendent." |
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"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..." "Nicole Laurenzi ... brings a needed grounded stoicism while bursting at the seams with honest emotion." "Laurenzi’s take on the role is a veritable master class in musical theater acting.” |
"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.”
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"Ms. Laurenzi seemed to want something bigger when playing Charlotte. That willpower of not giving up carries Charlotte, and indeed this whole show through the musical." |
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"She is a most welcome addition to Chicagoland, for sure." |
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"Laurenzi’s eyes sing as expressively as her mouth" |