Erika Faulk

Review of American Stage Festival

I see a performance here at least twice a year. I...

I see a performance here at least twice a year. I would love to go more often but my schedule and inclinations don't allow it. Our group of 4 saw Raisin In The Sun and although it was a bit too long for my taste, it was a wonderful production. We usually go on Pay What You Can nights and these are the pre shows before the opening night while they are still working out any kinks but they need to have the live audience reaction to be able to gauge. I wish they would also include a way to get our feedback from these nights - maybe a form that we could drop in a box? Of course we know that you don't have to take suggestions but it possibly could be helpful. For example, I heard quite a few people comment on the length of this particular performance so there could have been a way to contract some of that dialogue without losing the power of the messages. Those nights are also open seating so if you have a group that you'd like to sit with, get there early. Very comfortable theater with good visuals throughout. And you MUST include their annual performance in the park on your calendar (Demens Landing in the spring).