| What are people saying?
"Key Productions does a terrific
job with William M. Hoffman’s Tony-nominated 1985 play about
the AIDS epidemic in America. If this work is dated, then stories
about suffering, selflessness and the power of a community to save
itself are no longer meaningful. Great performances by Michael Teufel,
David Berkson and a fine supporting cast, with sure direction by
Michael Mendelson." – Portland
Tribune
| "As Is, from newish, gay-themed
theater company Key Productions, does a fine job communicating
the panic and uncertainty of those early days, as well as the
desperate, against-all-odds compassion and courage of those
who struggled to understand and fight the disease. As Is reads
today as an argument for basic human kindness, a testament to
the bravery that treating others like human beings sometimes
requires. It's a solid show, and it bodes well for future work
from Key." – Portland
Mercury |
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"It’s a pretty good production,
well-cast and competently acted throughout…certainly above
average for Portland, and it’s further proof that Lakey means
business." – Willamette
Week
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"Seeing
this show on Saturday night was a distinct privilege! One
of the best ensembles I've seen on a Portland stage in quite
a while. There was not a weak link and the emotion was not
overplayed! Great direction and straight forward, in the moment,
performances. I wish there was more of this on some Portland
stages! Great job Key Productions!"
– FollowSpot
"For me it's not about
being gay-themed theatre: it's just theatre and it's magnificent.
It's clear that director Mendelson knows this show, and he
pulled performances from his actors that I'll remember for
a long time. Key Productions has succeeded handsomely."
– PDX Backstage
"Very provacative show! Fantastic acting!" –
JW Audience Member |
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