I have to say, this production had me in tears from laughing. At the same time the truth of obsessions and addictions with pop-culture demonstrated in this production kept me involved. I would see this play again and again. There is so much to see on stage and so much going on that one would have to see it again to make sure you didn't miss anything. Ha! Congrats to Progressive Theatre workshop for stepping out of the ordinary. Excellent job! Collapse

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Britney Spears for president was fabulous and funny. I laughed all night. What an experience that was. I have never been to a play that was upbeat and funny all throughout. Look forward to seeing many more productions at progressive Collapse

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A hilarious mix of pop culture references and a bitingly sarcastic commentary on society's obsession with celebrities and physical beauty. The ensemble moves seamlessly through mock newscasts, Grey's Anatomy, and The Oprah Winfrey Show while following the lives of Cheryl and Steve, a celebrity-crazy couple stuck on looking perfect and being like their idols Brangelina (Cheryl) and Britney Spears (Steve). If you've ever mocked TMZ and the Chris Crocker "Leave Britney Alone" YouTube vid, this show is right up your alley. Collapse

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This poked fun at so much in such an interesting way. The cast was amazing and in times like these, it's nice that someone has a sense of humor about our country. I just wished it was playing longer because I have family coming in right after it closes and they would die laughing. Collapse

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First Fridays was very quiet this Oct. 3rd however on my fall monthly FF stop at First Studio I discovered a great artist... Nicole Royse. A local of Tempe, who uses vivid colors, bold textures, and intriguing foral and abstract subject matter really caught my attention. Collapse

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I recently saw this production of Cabaret thinking that it would be a rip off of the revival, as has been the trend in local versions of the show. I was very pleasantly surprised to have seen a fantastic hybrid of the original staging and the revival. The Emcee was by far my favorite person in the show. He had amazing charisma and spoke to the audience as if they were old friends. The choreography was absolutely fantastic and very fitting to the grit and mood of story. Sally Bowles was a pleasant surprise and definitely delivered the vocal intensity that is required to pull this role off. The ensemble also stood out with a magnetic energy and a sexual presence that you could not ignore. If I had one complaint at all, it would have to be that the dialects in the show weren't the strongest and at times seemed to disappear altogether. Overall, it was one of the best productions of this show that i Have ever seen. Collapse

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A 120 word excerpt is meant to pick the reader’s interest (and ultimately get you to buy tickets). It is supposed to tease the reader like a whiff from a hamburger insinuates its flavor and leaves you wanting to taste it. The excerpt of “Britney Spears for President” taunted me with hints of pop culture saturation, adoption of foreign babies, and an unhealthy obsession with Britney Spears. And it worked. I bought my ticket, showed up early, and sat patiently anticipating a hilarious caricature. After an excruciating hour and forty five minutes, I was left wondering “where’s the beef?” The play is void of the clever subtle references one would expect from a parody. Grotesque at times, drawn out, and repetitive, the play lacks humor, wit, and a story line. It covers nothing more than what the 120 word excerpt describes, and leaves you wanting to sink your teeth into something, but sorry folks, there is nothing. I'm still happy to support the arts and am proud of you for trying. Collapse

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