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| | It's not just a play about betrayal. September 21 - October 9, 2011
The Seeing Place @ ATA's Sargent Theater Directed by Alan Gordon starring Erin Cronican*, Elyse Fisher,
Nick Velkov*, and Brandon Walker*. *Member AEA Click here to download our press kit. | 
(photos by Tasha Straley. More photos coming soon...)
REVIEWS FOR "CLOSER" "It takes a lot of guts – not to mention talent – for a small company to perform an award-winning play that was later turned into an award-winning film...There’s an added level of intense pressure to perform for an audience that comes in prepared with expectations of a work that they may have seen before done on a much higher budget...The entire cast maintains undeniable chemistry despite the fact that all four characters never seem to interact as a whole group during the entire play...Any weakness of this production stems from the nature of the original play itself, which is a huge compliment to the cast’s collective abilities. The fact that The Seeing Place offers its tickets at $10 – a bargain you hardly even find at bad high school productions of musicals – makes the case even stronger. Nonetheless, its production of Closer is a rare but welcome example of a cast which is stronger than its material..." Chris McKittrick - Daily Actor "Overall the performances from the cast were strong, carrying the script’s unfolding emotions strongly enough for the story lines to remain completely riveting. The show’s use of background music...works well to reflect the overall mood of the play...Thanks to both well-timed music and convincing performances, the play had not a single dull moment. BOTTOM LINE: The Seeing Place Theater gives a worthy performance of Patrick Marber’s brilliant script." Adrienne Urbanski - Theater is Easy "This is the third season that I've attended shows at this growing theater company and "Closer" is my favorite production thus far! A show that deals with love, hurt, and reflection, "Closer" draws you into the lives of two couples struggling to make their relationships work." Adam Rothenberg - Adaumbelle's Quest "The ensemble members of The Seeing Place draw the plot skein into a tight net to catch their characters and expose the deep fish that swim in their collective oceans of id... In these recession strapped times it’s the best deal you can get on or off Broadway." Will Kenton - Cultural Capitol "Cronican, Walker & Fisher - Superb! Seamless, gimmick-free, deeply realized characterizations by this mostly solid cast. The Seeing Place Theater has a knack for this type of beautifully acted, rich work. I look forward to seeing more from this superb company!" rwatson225, audience review at Theatermania.com "As someone who has reviewed many shows for various theater organizations, I have to say that this production of Closer left me speechless and that's hard to do. The cast is very strong and told this story about missed connection and crimes of the heart with raw emotional conviction...Brandon Walker, Erin Cronican, Elyse Fisher and Nick Velkov literally act from their souls. It's like they take off their skin and become vulnerable flesh. The result is a compelling, outstanding theatrical experience. Go see this show NOW!!" folial, audience review at Theatermania.com |
| | Sometimes divorce is the only way to communicate after 60 years of marriage... September 26 - October 9, 2011
The Seeing Place @ ATA's Sargent Theater World Premiere Directed by
Reesa Graham and Brandon Walker with Mary Anisi*, Amanda Baker*,
Kathleen Brower*, Michael Stephen Clay,
Debbie Friedlander*, Ned Baker Lynch, Rhonda Musak*, and David Sedgwick* *Member AEA Scotch Kiss was inspired by true events and developed through improvisation by The Seeing Place Ensemble. Click here to download our press release. (pdf) | 
(photos by Tasha Straley. More photos coming soon...)
REVIEWS FOR "SCOTCH KISS" "The emotional conflict grabs the heart. The show's poignancy has almost everything to do with Michael Stephen Clay's performance as William Turner, the Brooklyn-based Scottish patriarch whose wife of 60 years, Addie, deserts him while he's out running errands... the play is notably well-structured for a work developed through improvisation...The story is touching and has theatrical potential." Suzy Evans - Backstage "There is a lot of truth in this play. At the very least, we see how an unhealthy marriage leads to similar problems in the children and grandchildren, and may even scare away a fiancée. We see what it means to be an American: that even after coming over from Europe and spending 60 years with someone, you get a chance to question the way you’ve always been living your life. I found myself making comparisons with the play The Retreat From Moscow, which tackles a similar story with none of the comedy. Scotch Kiss has a lot of humor in the decidedly Brooklyn speech patterns and aggression of Dan and Cora. Co-directors Reesa Graham and Brandon Walker have brought out the best and the worst of characters who, like many New Yorkers, know each other too well yet don’t know each other at all..." Ed Malin - NYTheatre.com "Scotch Kiss packs a heavy load of emotional intensity as the members of the Turner family wrestle each other's morals and worry about money. Stubbornness prevails and the process of Addie and William’s divorce, the main thread of the plot, is messy and disheartening; we realize that the divorce will likely leave everyone involved rather dissatisfied, rather than bring about a sense of freedom or freshness...Scotch Kiss may very well get better throughout the run and, as is, it has enough emotional leverage to tug away at many people’s heart strings. If nothing else, you’ll be supporting a theater company with “for-the-people” principals. You’ll be supporting a theater company that deserves it." Weston Clay - Theater is Easy |
| | by William Shakespeare March 30 - April 16, 2011
The Seeing Place @ ATA's Sargent Theater with David Arthur Bachrach*, Michael Clay, Erin Cronican*, Jorge Hoyos, Michael Jefferson, Ben Leasure, Ned Lynch, Nathan Ramos, David Sedgwick*, Anna Marie Sell*,
Lindsay Teed*, and Brandon Walker* *Member AEA | 
Photography by Tasha Straley / Straley Photos Click here for photos slideshow. REVIEWS FOR ' TWELFTH NIGHT ' The Seeing Place brought their characteristic (and indefatigable) enthusiasm to the piece...sincerely and without affectation.
- Molly Hagan, Broadway World
The cast, under the direction of Brandon Walker, has internalized the story of this play well...they present the text intelligently in a conversational tone and with an easy manner.
- Elfin Vogel, OffOffOnline
The Seeing Place Theater Company dedicates itself to the reality of the play; it strives to show conflict and characters as something universal, human, and real. This allows the audience to relate to the expression of the characters. Each gesture is natural and believable.
- Emily Hockaday, Show Business Weekly
This rising theater company engulfs you into the action and language of William Shakespeare...with a cast of dedicated performers.
- Adam Rothenberg, Adaumbelle's Quest
Lindsay Teed as Viola was so brilliant, I fell in love with New York all over again.
- Lixi W., A Wild Chase
Anna Marie Sell as Olivia is compelling...she is a riveting presence on stage. Nathan Ramos as Andrew Aguecheek is compact fun.
- Martha Wade Steketee, Urban Excavations
David Arthur Bachrach, who performs the role of Feste, is clearly the guiding genius of the play.
Jorge Humberto Hoyos (Sir Toby Belch) and Ned Baker Lynch (Fabian) give admirable, workmanlike performances.
- Will Kenton, Cultural Capitol
Brandon Walker is a gifted and dedicated actor who is effortlessly funny as Malvolio.
David Sedgwick (Orsino) does not only embody the respectability...he is also a highly effective actor.
Erin Cronican as Maria is a highly competent actress.
Michael Jefferson (Antonio) stands out, delivering his lines almost flawlessly.
Michael Stephen Clay (Valentine) provides valuable support.
Ben Leasure (Sebastian) is clearly a competent performer.
- Ron Covar, Best of Off Broadway
I'm no great student of Shakespeare but I understood every single word. The characters were unique and personal. There wasnt a stitch of pretense to it. And the comedy kills.
- pumpkin111, TheaterMania
The performance was superb. Very funny, easy to follow. Loved the modern twist on Shakespeares immortal play.
- dgolfeiz, TheaterMania
Good sets, lighting, music, and stellar performances. See this show while you can, and keep an eye on this company.
- EclecticActor, TheaterMania
I would highly recommend you going to see this show! Some of the finest storytelling out there!
- jeneye, TheaterMania
What a blast! The most accessible Shakespeare I've ever encountered.
- Mr3KTa091Dx, TheaterMania
A great, lively cast with some excellent performances...It shows an interesting humanity in the complexities of relationships.
- OV16693515, TheaterMania
Fantastic show. There were so many funny, great moments that I had to laugh out loud.
- catmiggs, TheaterMania
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by John Osborne | "CRITIC'S PICK!" - French Quarters NY Directed by Reesa Graham October 13 - 30
The Seeing Place @ ATA's Sargent Theater Featuring Erin Cronican*++, Rick Delaney*,
Adam Reich*, Anna Marie Sell*,
Brandon Walker* and Adrian Wyatt++.
*member, AEA ++ Erin Cronican steps into the role of Helena on Oct. 22.
Lighting Design by Christopher Michael Ham
Production Design by Lillian Wright. Technical Direction by Joseph Mancuso | 
Click here for photo slideshow, by photographer RuthSovronsky. REVIEWS FOR ' LOOK BACK IN ANGER' "CRITIC'S PICK!" - French Quarters NY "A fine production. Brandon Walker excels as Porter from his first moments... Reesa Graham has such a lovely attention to detail." - Peter Filichia, Theatermania "Sell's Alison enchants - draws the light in, draws our attention in, a wound and a wonder." - Martha Wade Steketee, Urban Excavations "Adam Reich's portrayal of best friend Cliff Lewis is flaweless... Rick Delaney is delightfully convincing as Alison's father, the mild-mannered Colonel Redfern... The Seeing Place's production of John Osborne's LOOK BACK IN ANGER is well worth the price of admission." - Toby Ring Thelin, Theatre Knights (& Daze) "Wyatt, the newest member of the cast, turns in a stellar performance as Helena... The company tackles this beast of a play with great enthusiasm." - Nicholas Linnehan, nytheatre. com " If you like serious theatre, this is the real deal." - Cheryl Benton, The Three Tomatoes  | Read an exclusive interview by Behind the Fringe with Brandon Walker (Artistic Director, and the role of Jimmy in LOOK BACK IN ANGER) about the process of putting together this remarkable show. |  | The cast was interviewed for Adaumbelle's Quest, which was created to ask performers the everyday burning questions others are too afraid to ask, but secretly want to know. | |
| WAITING FOR LEFTY
written by Clifford Odets
directed by Reesa Graham and Brandon Walker June 9 - 26, 2010
Wed-Sat @ 8PM
American Theatre of Actors’ Sargent Theatre
314 West 54th Street, 4th Floor | 
Click here for Photo Slideshow with Margret Avery, David Arthur Bachrach*, Steven Beckingham*, Christoper Bischoff, Jon Dalin, John Gazzale, John Greenleaf*, Norah Elise Johnson, Ned Lynch, Tyler Moss*, Dothan Negrin, Gregory Jon Phelps, Adam Reich*, Anna Marie Sell*, Bonnie Singer, Nick Velkov*, Brandon Walker*, Jamie Watson*, and Joseph Mancuso as LEFTY COSTELLO. *Member AEA REVIEWS FOR ' WAITING FOR LEFTY ' "How often does the opportunity arise to see an example of one of the greatest American playwright's work produced by a company that takes their work as seriously as this one does, and delivers results that prove how effective that work is? They tackle the story with energy and zeal. The ensemble does its job well, delivering solid performances all around. This is a company to watch. Young, enthusiastic, these are talented men and women at the start of their trajectory." - Toby Ring Thelin, Theatre Knights (& Daze)
“ I loved the performers’ enthusiasm for the material. I look forward to seeing more productions from them in the future.” - Gena Hymowech, Show Business Weekly
" Reesa Graham and Brandon Walker’s staging stays true to Odets’s Brechtian conception of the play." - Will Kenton, Cultural Capitol
" Certainly a worthy goal, and the large cast seems dedicated to it." - Ron Cohen, Backstage
" Rich in period detail, and lovingly acted, this production displays an informed affinity for its subject." - Heather Violanti, Theater Online
" I highly recommend this play for its direction and the quality of the performances. This is a good theater company - Get to know their work!" - sheree484, TheaterMania
" Powerful, moving and provocative are just three of the many words that describe this theatre experience." - zindymin, TheaterMania
" The lights never dim, the doors never close. For an hour and ten minutes you feel as if you are a fly on the wall of a real event. I found myself constantly thinking that I wish I could see something that creative nowadays on Broadway." - MIDGETSonICE, TheaterMania
" A rare chance to see an honest and compelling production of this show. Great ensemble work." - mferraro678, TheaterMania
" Once again, with powerful acting and an intimate presentation, Seeing Place creates a taut and compelling production." - rdelaney, TheaterMania |
| "They gave a full out performance. And the acting was terrific. Kaitlin Colombo has coached her three actors into giving extremely truthful, engaging performances. I found myself truly moved." - Oscar E. Moore, Talk Entertainment |
| | HOT CRIPPLE
written by Hogan Gorman
directed by Quin Gordon February 3-21, 2010 |
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© Artwork by Fred Hatt. All Rights Reserved. | THE CREDEAUX CANVAS
by Keith Bunin
Directed by Lillian Wright September 9-13, 2009
Extended: October 14-18, 2009 |
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REVIEWS FOR ' THE CREDEAUX CANVAS '
" This is what off-off Broadway theatre is about. A great play. A good cast. The newly formed The Seeing Place Theater Company’s mission statement proclaims they "want to produce theatre we all want to believe in,” and they fully succeed with their inaugural production of Keith Bunin’s The Credeaux Canvas. They are definitely a company to watch." - Zak at www.theatreiseasy.com " As evenings of theatre go, this one is worth checking out." - Pamela Butler, www.nytheatre.com " Extremely talented cast and a beautifully written play with impeccable direction!" - Natasha Malinski, www.theatermania.com
" Terrific ensemble chemistry and relationships. Lovely to see such high caliber work and professionalism from this budding company." - Liliane Klein, www.theatermania.com " Excellent performances. An intensely intimate production, perfectly scaled to the venue." - rdelaney, www.theatermania.com " Well-acted, well-directed, and written beautifully. I am not normally someone who goes to the theater, but I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed the show." - kimono9, www.theatermania.com " Five stars! It's exciting to see a young company take so many risks. Both funny and heart-breaking, and the acting is first-rate. Catch it while you can." - www.TheaterOnline.com | |
