“The
kids and I enjoyed the show yesterday. Thank you for making it happen” – Brian
E., Ghent NY.
“Great show. Emotions were very strong,
especially the in last scene” – Dan
M., Hudson NY.
Creating
the 3 playing areas across the stage & side area, combined with the
lighting worked very well – Dave P.,
Copake NY.
“The
show was wonderful, I am so glad I came” –
Rachel W., Chatham NY.
“This is
the last weekend that you can see the play “Terms of Endearment” at our Grange.
I was at the play last weekend and it was fantastic. The actors were superb,
the lighting was
professional and the flow of the play was smooth” – Bob C – Copake
Falls NY.
“In The Two of Us/Roving Actors’ Repertory
Ensemble production of Terms of Endearment, we watch the relationship of
Aurora, expertly portrayed by
Constance Lopez, and her daughter, Emma,
ably played by Karissa Payson, challenged, tested, and triumph over the course
of 23 years.”
“Constance
Lopez (as Aurora) is a standout in
this production. Lopez entered at the top of the show with gusto and kept that
energy and valiant characterization alive throughout the entire show.”
“Karissa
Payson as Emma provided a strong yin
to Aurora’s yang, adding a softer, even quiet, balance to the production.”
“As “The Astronaut”/Garrett Breedlove,
Matthew Leinung provides a breath of fresher and lighter air to the generally
heavy story. His comedic timing, natural charm, and wonderful chemistry with
Lopez provides a strong backbone to this production.”
“ .. notable
performance is that of Nicole Molinski who takes on the three roles of Patsy (Emma’s
best friend), Doris (a love interest for Garrett), and
the Nurse (who is on the receiving
end of “Give my daughter the shot!”). Bravo to Molinski, who effectively developed
three very distinct characters.”
“Zachary
Nayer takes on the tough role of Flap
Horton ... Nayer’s gentler portrayal
of the gruff Flap make the
character’s realization of just how much his ailing wife means to him feel more
inevitable than dramatic. But the audience will respond to the character arc,
in part due to Nayer’s own personal appeal.”
“ …
Brian Yorck, a veteran of The Two of Us Productions, taking on dual roles as Rudyard
and Dr. Maise. Yorck is effective in both roles, but we see his talents
shine brightest as Dr. Maise, if only
based upon stage time. He skillfully presented the opinionated, if easily
persuaded, doctor with a big heart.”
In
movies, it is easy to go from shot to shot or scene to scene, but this does not
always play well on stage. It can make a production seem choppy, or the short
scenes can interrupt the pacing or “flow” of the show. Kudos to director
Stephen Sanborn for taking on this challenge with expertise and skill. Scenes
changes were seamless and the play moved forward with ease.
This production is a wonderful example
of the human condition as the lives and relationships of Aurora, Emma, and
those around them were portrayed with sincerity and heart clearly guided by the
vision of an insightful director – Teresa
Gasparini – Hudson Valley Ovation
