TWO PCPH VETERANS
REACH FOR THE STARS
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Two names that PCPH audiences are familiar with are finding their way into programs in professional theatre and opera.
Actor Zachary Spicer is currently appearing in the David Mamet play American Buffalo at TheatreWorks in Hartford, Connecticut. The play opened on September 11 runs through October 22.
Click on the photo below to read a local review. NYC reviews are expected this week.
Zachary Spicer, Andrew Benator and John Ahlin (seated) - Photo by Lanny Nagler
Spicer last appeared at PCPH in director Larry Sutton's production of The Glass Menagerie. Ticket information for American Buffalo - if you are planning a trip East in the next couple of weeks - can be found by clicking HERE . The show is selling out, so call NOW! And tell Zach, we sent you.
ADDITIONAL REVIEWS ARE NOW IN:
"Spicer, a new young actor to the area, gets the confusion and limitations of his character down pat. He's as sad as he is silly and is most appealing. Expect his name on marquees soon."
News-Times
"...while Mr. Spicer, as his spaced-out assistant, gives the play’s most accomplished performance. His Bobby is vulnerable without being sentimental, mentally limited without dissolving into caricature. It’s very good work."
Tom Holehan, Connecticut Critics Circle
"Donny is joined by a much younger man, Bobby (Zachary Spicer a Theaterworks newcomer), who doesn’t take care of himself, can’t remember much of anything and always asks to borrow money. Bobby is a drug addict, but that has not taken a toll on his looks. At least not as portrayed by Mr. Spicer, who is surprisingly believable despite looking far too healthy for the role."
Anita Gates, New York Times
"Zachary Spicer captures the role perfectly especially after he realizes later on that he has been cut out of the
robbery despite his efforts."
Bob and Karen Isaacs, Connecticut Critics Circle
"...Bobby, the slow-witted drug addict, who serves as surrogate son to Donny (portrayed by Zachary Spicer, a young actor with tremendous physicality)....."
Jarice Hanson - In the Spotlight
"Zachary Spicer, in his regional debut as Bobby, is variously caffeinated and tense, limbs intertwined, desperate to prove his worthiness as an accomplice to Donny. In moments attesting to his character's inarticulate yet confessional zeal, he is downright touching."
Susan Hood - Hartford Courant
CONGRATS TO ZACH EVEN THOUGH HE REFERRED TO US AS A COW BARN IN A TELEVISION INTERVIEW. HEY, ZACH! WE WERE A HORSE BARN!!!
At the other end of the performing spectrum, Joshua Saul Bain is now living in New York City. He is expected this month to sign a contract with the Metropolitan Opera. The contract will have Joshua singing in the chorus and having the chance to understudy a couple of roles. His first rehearsal will be in July, 2010.
Congratulations to Joshua, whose latest PCPH appearance was in director Ric McFadden's production of Singin' In the Rain.
Congratulations to Zachary & Joshua! We are proud of you both!
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