“Finally, the cast is rounded out by an actor who I believe is the biggest surprise, Lisa Kwak.  Her character is listed in the program as “The Mute”, which of course is apropos because she doesn’t say a word in the entire show.  Lisa’s character is the stage manager in this presentation, always there with a prop or a set piece to make the show run smoothly. The performance evokes a ton of laughter through Lisa’s use of expression and movement, and is otherwise minimalist, but it really works. Lisa’s task begins before curtain, continues through Act 1, into intermission, and hers is the only character that is onstage for the entire show, or close to it. The audience definitely feels that if it weren’t for this character, the entire story and its telling would collapse. Strong, simple, and stellar is Lisa’s work here, but then again that should be no surprise.  Adam’s gift for assembling a cast and creative team that is aligned with his vision of The Fantasticks is fully on display here.”

“Inspect Before Use is brilliantly danced by Beadle alongside Tiffany Bierly, Lisa Kwak, and Symone Sanz. This strong cast shoulders the abrupt changes in the work with ease– floating, chugging, and emoting through it all. In a particularly stunning moment, Kwak lies face down on top of the ladder, creating a triangle with outstretched legs. Beadle rotates in a circle, contrasting Kwak’s stark pose while housed in between the hinges of the ladder.”

“Because what Lisa does is amazing, we are in awe of her ability, can see her dedication and appreciate that although most of us can’t do what Lisa does, Lisa, a person, can. And that says so much, not only about Lisa, but about the potential of every person.”

“As tension rose through the soundscape, relief was found in the rhythmical play of Eva Crystal and Lisa Kwak, who appeared above the set in silhouette, playing a hand-game-like duet. As the two clapped and stomped in unison a feeling of peace came over the theatre.”