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THE FANTASTICKS
CIRCLE THEATRE
September 22- Oct. 22, 2011

 


"The standout is, not surprisingly, David Coffee.  The highly skilled comic actor sinks his teeth into the part of Henry, the Old Actor, with voracious glee, making the absolute most of his over-the-top, garishly made-up thespian."
- Punch Shaw,
Star-Telegram
 
Henry, in his doublet. Looks more like he needs a triplet!  Mortimer in his "tribal look".
 
 
 
"The real show-stopper comes from the comic duo of David Coffee and Shane Strawbridge as the old actor Henry and Mortimer, respectively.  The two are hired by El Gallo to assist with the abduction of Luisa, but what we get is the most hilarious scene of the show.  As the feeble Henry, Coffee gives one of the best comic performances on a DFW stage this year.  The timing of this old pro is impeccable and a joy to witness.  He spouts lines of Shakespeare and reminisces about past performances:  "Have you seen my Romeo?" he asks El Gallo.  Yet, like a true Don Quixote, Henry still sees himself as a great performer- hobbling around the stage in ridiculous old costumes."
-Mike Maiella,
TheaterJones.com
 
 
Our Set
 
 
 
The Players!
 
 
What fun to be included with this co-production between Circle Theatre and Theatre TCU.  
Thanks, Harry and Rose!
 
 
 
All production photos by Glen Ellman 
 
 
Henry, the Old Actor, ready for "The Abduction"
 
 
Ludovigo - A Young (?) Rooster looking for the pleasant pinch of adventure!
 
 
"It is in preparation for the abduction that the last two characters are introduced.  And what an introduction it is!  From the two chests against the back wall come Shane Strawbridge as Mortimer, aka "The Man Who Dies", in quasi American Indian gear over long johns, and David Coffee as Henry, The Old Actor, also in long johns.  Well, folks, buckle your seatbelts!  With the help of a few choice costume pieces and wigs/hats, these two consummate hams take over the stage and devour what little scenery there is!  Mr. Strawbridge's death scene is worth the price of admission ten times over and watching Mr. Coffee's portrayal of The Old Actor is a master class in comic timing and characterization.  We are all laughing so hard, and are so blessed by their skills that the evening truly becomes magical.  Watch Mr. Strawbridge pull and shoot an arrow!  See Mr. Coffee's tragic disappointment when the Narrator has not seen his Romeo!  Their scene is a "set piece" that should be filmed and shown in every acting class in the country.  The actual ballet itself becomes a little anti-climatic after this display.  But then, what could compete?"
-Chris Jackson,
John Garcia's THE COLUMN
 
 
My Schakolad Chocolate Factory Opening Night gift for our company!