You're The Critic

Our audiences are incredibly bright and perceptive. What's better, they're not shy about sharing their feelings and opinions.

Being moved by powerful art is innate and visceral so we'd love to hear about your epiphanies, reactions and take-aways. "You're the Critic" is your chance... either through our post-performance surveys or right here on the web in the comments section of each performance listing.

Farber Foundry in MoLoRa
May 9, 2008

"This was truly a powerful expression of the many strong emotions associated with the truth and reconciliation process in South Africa."
"The actors delivered powerful performances, and the brief musical scene transitions were well-orchestrated, but the overall story as written was weak."
"We were particularly struck by the way that indigenous music was used in this production and by the simplicity of the characters which truly conveyed the message."
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Spanish Harlem Orchestra
May 4, 2008

"Very vital music, both traditional and fresh."
"Fabulous, enchanting, spirited, lively -- great music, dancing, performance and interaction with audience."
"We were not used to the loudness of the sound."
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Band Pops Concert
May 3, 2008

"My congratulations to both the Community Band and the Concert Band for a very memorable performance."
"Dr. Sparks and the entire Music Department are first class."
"It was a wonderful program and exceedingly well performed..."
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UM School of Music: Haydn's The Creation
May 2, 2008

"Best concert of this season."
"Fabulous chorus!"
"Excellent performance, altho I learned that I am just not an opera/choir fan!!"
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UM Department of Theatre: Marisol
May 1-10, 2008

"I really loved the setting. I have never been exposed to a set like that before."
"Excellent cast, incredibly good performances."
"The foul language bothered me; play was too dark for me."
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See also: You're The Critic, April 2008
See also: You're The Critic, March 2008
See also: You're The Critic, February 2008