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Clever send-up of shock-movie clichés. - Jenn Harris, as agent Clarice Starling, can impersonate even Jodie Foster’s jogging style, and Brent Barrett, as Hannibal Lector, has a voice worth feasting on. Read More at time.com
The addition of Garrison to the company has also sparked Harris’ turn. New, gutbustingly funny details have crept into her performance, which continues to amplify film star Jodie Foster’s Southern-accented lisp and oxymoronic tough girl naiveté to hysterical effect.” Read more at theatermania.com
NY Daily News – Feb 2012 “Silence! The Musical” For anyone who needs a laugh. Read more at nydailynews.com
If you’ve seen the Jonathan Demme film, but those numbers don’t prompt a chuckle, you might need to rent it again, since the laughs work best with the movie’s crisp, unnerving images fresh in mind. Still, there’s so much comedic talent to savor, you can enjoy Silence! on its own daffy merits. Harris perfectly nails Jodie Foster’s clenched, twangy-lisping Starling, whereas Barrett smartly avoids aping Anthony Hopkins. Pungent, punchy and raunchy, with a sheepish chorus to boot, the consummately silly Silence! will leave you stuffed and wanting mutton more. Read more at timeout.com
Critics widely agree that this “unauthorized” adaptation of the Oscar-winning thriller The Silence of the Lambs is just as riotously funny as it was when it first found its way to the stage in the 2005 Fringe Festival. Read more at stagegrade.com
“In the same way that “Book of Mormon” shocks audience members out of their seats with songs that push the envelope, “Silence!” knocks it out of the park.” Read more at nypost.com
New York Magazine “First and most-unmissable, there’s SILENCE! The Musical, a spoof-musical adaptation of The Silence of the Lambs that’s been slouching toward a run ever since it debuted at the Fringe Festival in 2005. In a testament to its talented cast — led by deadpan impressionatrix Jenn Harris (Swan!!!) as rookie FBI agent Clarice Starling… Read more at vulture.com
Associated Press: One scene that stands out for its theatrical value — and hilarity — is a dreamlike dance number during Clarice’s shocking first prison visit to see Hannibal. Read more at ABC News
Another repeat show for me is “Silence!” Not only because I laughed my ass off in this spoof of “Silence of the Lambs,” but I wanted to see the new stars and theatre. Was not disappointed one bit. I thought no one could parody Jodie Foster better than original “Silence!” star Jenn Harris. But I was wrong. Pamela Bob now in the role still makes you recall Foster, pays tribute to Harris and adds her own flavor. Wow, what a feat but she not only succeeds, she excels. Harry Bouvy as the new Hannibal is also a performer to watch. His voice is beautiful and his delivery sublime. If I had to complaint about something, it would be he’s too young and sexy for the role. I also want to commend the producers for moving this to the Electra Theatre. The show was made to play in this theatre also known as Times Scare. The whole building embraces the dark side. And what fun – you can enjoy a cocktail or get a tattoo in the lobby bar while you’re waiting for the theatre doors to open. There’s also a place for a pre-show dinner. Check out all that Times Scare has to offer at www.timesscarenyc.com. See more………..
If this tuneful parody of the 1991 to-catch-a-serial-killer flick were a meal (come on, no other metaphor will do), it would be a bucket of popcorn slathered in melted cheese, sprinkled with Tabasco and washed down—not with a nice chianti—but with a pitcher of fruity sangria. Campy, cheerfully vulgar and mounted on the cheap, Silence! The Musical is ideal summer fare, sweet, tangy and very, very tasty. See more……
March 2012 – Creative Loafing Charlotte – Silence! The Musical (***1/2) – Blessed vulgarity! I don’t think I’ve seen a lampoon this irreverent, filthy, or incorrigibly nasty since the early movies of Mel Brooks when he was exuberantly taking down Westerns, monster movies, and sci-fi pics. Read more at clclt.com
“The piece is unique, quirky, and clever enough to develop a cult following, if it hasn’t done so already. ”- C. Jefferson Thom Read more at culturecatch.com
“The dance numbers were choreographed cleverly, especially the dream dance sequence with Clarice and Hannibal. Well, Clarice, maybe the lambs have stopped screaming, but they are still dancing.” Read more at moonfun.net
Silence! The Musical is a kitschy, campy, filthy adaptation of the film. The cast is amazing!Garrison and Harris have great chemistry, both with each other and the rest of the cast, all of whom have great comic timing. One of the main reasons the show is so much fun is because the actors are obviously having a blast on stage. They embrace the insanity and simply “go for it.” Read more at newyorkcool.com
Gregory G. Allen – Jan 29th 2012
“For those that know the movie well, you will laugh until your sides hurt. One reason this show works so well is the fact the music is catchy (even some great ballads) complete with a dream ‘See You Next Tuesday’ Ballet! Jon Kaplan & Al Kaplan have written a great score and Hunter Bell (from [title of show] fame) a clever book.” Read more
“Silence! the Musical” was a show that should have never worked, but, goddammit, does it ever, delivering more laughs than any show this season, as well as the most unforgettable songs.” Read more at gaycitynews.com
“Every time I thought I was ahead of the show, something totally unexpected would make me laugh and I’d realize that the show was ahead of me.” Read more at comediva.com
The Art Whisperer – Dec 14th 2011
Those same friends sat beside me and howled through the entire show. No exaggeration, we laughed for 90 minutes. It’s quick and clever and sometimes shocking. Read more at artwhisperer.tv