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Theresa Rebeck’s WHAT WE'RE UP AGAINST
Ms. McBurney shines in this production. (She) takes what could have been
a role written for ashrew and makes her rabid with ferocity, but allows us to see the venerability underneath…
I look forward to seeing (her) in more.
-TIMES SQUARE CHRONICLES
Though the play’s themes are explicitly portrayed, lending itself to a black-and-white discussion of the women’s struggles in the workplace, Rebeck’s nuanced writing,
aided by the skill of McBurney’s performance, develops a more profound understanding of those women’s experiences. In particular, McBurney’s interactions with Mendez, the only other woman in the show, complicate the show’s view of women in the workplace through their increasingly antagonizing attitudes towards each other.
-STAGEBUDDY.COM
Lesley McBurney as the protagonist gives an authoritative and persuasive performance as woman filled with righteous anger.……a more nuanced performance
that brings Eliza back into focus. She ends up a heroine for our time.
-THEATERSCENE.NET
Rebeck's writing, Mamet-esque and tack-sharp, is a pleasure to behold. This production, directed by Lorca Peress, is well done with
standouts in the cast, Lesley McBurney as Eliza and Ean Sheehy
as her smart but cowardly colleague, Ben.
-BROADWAYWORLD.COM
PERSONAL EMAILS RECEIVED FROM INDUSTRY AFTER PERFORMANCE:
“You are extremely talented. You know how to find me.”
-Suzanna Bowling, Times Square Chronicles
“I really respect what you are doing as a producer and a performer.
Your performance was nuanced and terrific.”
-Amy Fox, Screenwriter, Equity
“It was my pleasure..I do admire your work!”
-Carmel Owen, Co-President The League of Professional Theater Women
“So glad I saw your excellent show. Great success.”
-Pat Addiss, Broadway Producer
PULSE
Awarded BEST ACTRESS - LAFA
"Luxi Xiao's PULSE is a heartfelt story about a mother (Carol) who is coping with the loss of her husband and her son's sexual identity following the tragic Orlando shooting in 2016. Lesley McBurney is absolutely stunning as Carol, and her chemistry with Sebastian Coates is outstanding. It all feels incredibly realistic. ...Pulse is thought provoking, taking the audience on a very emotional ride."
- LAFA Voting Committee
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