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The Legend of Georgia McBride In the News

Critics are loving this big-hearted, whip-smart musical comedy
Post Date:11/16/2023 12:43 PM

Broadway World:

"delightful and heartwarming romp"
"sexy, funky, rough and ready"
"outrageous and heartfelt comedy"
"Its spot-on presentation of drag that brings it to a whole other level. I’ve rarely, if ever, seen the drag world portrayed with such vivid authenticity."
"Could not be more timely"
"Exuberant"
"The cast is wonderful all around."
"You may well leave 'The Legend of Georgia McBride' floating on a cloud"

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East Bay Times/ Walnut Creek Journal:

"Exhilarating"
"Full of witty dialogue"
"A life affirming and joyous look at one man’s journey to find himself."
"Director Elizabeth Carter has put together a superb cast"
"Under Carter’s direction, the cast gives a high-energy performance"
"Alternately funny and tender, this show will have you singing along to the familiar songs and thinking about the rich characters long after the final bow."

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 Joint Forces Journal:

"Drag acts, lots of laughs!"
"Heart-warming"
"The makeup, and the performances are absolutely 'fab-u-lous'"
"The drag performances truly do sparkle"

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Queer Forty:

"The show is fresher and more current than ever and it boasts an amazing cast of five who all have their own moments to shine."

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Vmedia:

"GEORGIA MCBRIDE is the ideal guest for your Thanksgiving party."
"Carter's direction is clever and lively"
"The audience was on their feet dancing with the five member cast."

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Aisle Seat Review:

"A good bet for a fun night out"
"Performances are very good in the sumptuous Lesher Theatre"
"Sweet and endearing"

Theatrius:

"Vibrant"
"Warm-hearted"
"Switches between whiplash zingers, high octane dances, and poignant self-discovery."
"All high-spirited cheek."
"With comedic fun and flashy dance numbers, this warmly entertaining story defies assumptions."

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Bay City News Foundation:

"Funny, energetic and touching"
"Endearing"
"It’s laugh-out-loud funny, but it’s also a story that asks each of us who we really want to be"
"Carter’s excellent, thought-provoking production."

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