About the Show
William Luce’s BARRYMORE is a glorious exploration of the man in the latter part of his life. Post film career, post Broadway headliner, post four divorces. A great actor, reflecting on what was, and what might have been.
“Vito D’Ambrosio channels Barrymore rather than plays him. The physical resemblance helps enormously, of course, but it is his embrace of the essence of the man that transforms him. He captures the comic qualities as well as the sadness and regret. To spend a hour or so in the presence of John Barrymore is an absolute gift and Vito D’Ambrosio is Barrymore. Totally and completely. Without affectation or irony, he is utterly spellbinding as this wonderful, tragic man. Larger than life and larger still in death. I cannot recommend Barrymore highly enough. Bryan Rasmussen directs this piece with his usual brilliance, coaxing perfection from an artist already well on his way to it. I would also like to make a special mention of Mitch Rosander, who plays the stage manager from the wings with utterly perfect comic timing… I absolutely loved this play!! Please don’t miss it in May!” – Samantha Simmonds-Rhonceros, NoHoArtsDistrict.com
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Production Team
