Reviews:
"Abrams opens up the comic and dramatic possibilities of her songs...
She closes the first act with a smart one-two punch, following the ironic grandeur of two women embracing their bodily failings--delivered with amusing gravity" - San Francisco Chronicle
"'The Feinstein-Boxer Rebellion' is inspired revelry on Abrams' part"
- Drama-Logue
"Ms. Abrams is right on the mark with a song called 'The Pause.' Abrams' 'Dr. Dr. Do Me' had me falling out of my seat with laughter. Her poignant, tuneful "Middle-Aged Love' is the most memorable" - Citysearch
"The funniest lines and best moments come from Rita Abrams' songs." - Bay Area Reporter
"The show's biggest strength is in the musical numbers penned by Abrams." - Pacific Sun
"...loaded with fine songs by Rita Abrams." - San Francisco Chronicle
"The funniest lines are cached in Rita Abrams' lyrics." - Drama-Logue
"Every Aspiring columnist should know Rita Abrams. No doubt she is the second funniest person in Marin." - Marin Independent Journal
"[Men are From Mars, Women are From Venus]...Played well to the packed house...even the men seemed festive" - Las Vegas Sun
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE:
" I have thoroughly enjoyed listening to your Pride and Prejudice songs. The lyrics are so clever and entertaining! They are sticking in my mind . . . I love Mr. Collins's tango and Lady Catherine's song."
-- Marsha Huff, President of the Jane Austen Society of North America (JASNA)
"This musical does not disappoint. When I listened to the musical I was entranced and I wanted to know more about its creators. I am a music buff and attend many concerts and Broadway musicals. From my perspective, I would pay to see this production."
-- "Ms. Place" of the Jane Austen's World blog
"Everyone in our JASNA group has liked your songs. You should do well since Jane-Mania is growing. We would like you to speak at our December meeting.
-- Isabel Green, San Francisco
NEW WRINKLES:
"A rollicking, poignant look at midlife from its crises to its joys and beyond. I developed some new laugh lines around my eyes. Don't miss it!"
- Eganville, Ontario
"A funny show, sprinkled with truths" - Trafford, PA
"Funnier than ever. A laugh riot" - KGO Radio (ABC)
"Sprightly, funny, insightful. One of the surprise comic hits of the year"
- Contra Costa Times
"Funny songs and sketches~a series of 'That's it exactly' moments"
- Oakland Tribune
"A fast-paced, entertaining show whose truths evoke laughs of recognition from the audience"
- Aisle Say
"Catchy, caustic songs. The audience roared their approval" - Pacific Sun
"No wrinkles in New Wrinkles" - The Independent (South Bay)
"Seriously clever lyrics. Wickedly observant. The audience was in non-stop stitches" - Citysearch
"A hilarious kick in the libido. Highly recommended" - SF Bay Times
" A sure-fire winner and must-see show for anyone of any age" - Theatre-express
"New Wrinkles Canadian premiere hits all the right notes for 50-somethings, midlife survivors, and younger adults wondering what's next"
FOR WHOM THE BRIDGE TOLLS:
"It's like finding a parking space on a downtown street, a small, satisfying pleasure that can brighten the rest of the day" - San Francisco Chronicle
"Chuckles galore from rising 'Bridge'" - Oakland Tribune
"Crossing this bridge is an entertaining journey" - San Francisco Examiner
"Very witty satire" - Napa Valley Register
"Outrageously funny!" - Pacific Sun
"Fast, furious, and funny. It tolls for thee" - Bay Area Reporter
VELOCITY CIRCUS' 1906:
“What sets Velocity’s 1906 apart from most tourist fare is the sincerity of its vision...shares the essence of what makes San Francisco special...great message about experiencing and embracing diversity.”
- San Francisco Bay Times
“A joyfully enthusiastic tribute to darned near everybody’s favorite city…a wonderful multimedia presentation…truly special…delightfully sassy…breathtaking costumes.”
- Pat Craig Contra Costa Times
“Magical... Entertaining... Delightfully inventive...Fetching Extravaganza”
- San Francisco Chronicle
"Along comes a Circus that’s not only full of physical stunts, feats, and special effects, but also appeals to the intellect.”
- Where Magazine, San Francisco and Bay Area
Every so often the question pops up: "What ever happened to that teacher who wrote that song?" Or "...that teacher who sang that Mill Valley PTA song with her class?" Or, "Remember that {Singing} Nun who wrote 'Mill Valley'?" This one came up recently, in a magazine that may come with your Sunday paper. (More...)
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