MD Theatre Guide – Elliot Lanes
“I recommend you see this show. It offers some insight into how Helena Rubinstein became an industry giant and showcases a very talented writing team…”
“Composer/co- Lyricist/ Director Don Woodward has written an interesting score (accompanied by Amy Conley) which features full cast songs like “Fifth Avenue” and a lovely duet for Helena and her husband Titus called “Not Meant To End This Way.”
“Jo Denver’s book and lyrics are intelligently written”
“Stephanie Garcia as Elizabeth Arden turns in a fine performance and Jen Bevan as a lady of the night named Gloria gives a standout performance with a dandy little song called “Want, Need Aaah!” Richard Owens as Titus turned in a solid performance, both vocally and acting-wise.”
DCMTA – Francine Schwartz
“Both women [James and Garcia] delivered passionate performances”
“Saalika Khan was a standout as the Vogue Magazine reporter who witnesses Madam’s public relations mastery and gets a facial in place of the interview she seeks. Another standout was Amy Conley the accompanist…”
“The performers were skilled in dance and were able to individualize their characters well through choreography and acting skills…”
Washington Post - Celia Wren
“Actress Stefanie Garcia contributes a confident portrait of the stylish Arden”
DC Theatre Scene – Rebekah Nettekoven Tello
“As Madame, actress Genevieve James crackled with power, confidence, and a dose of ruthlessness. Her intensity was fantastic, her strength, palpable. Arden was tackled with a comparable, yet more reserved focus by Stefanie Garcia. The two women didn’t share the stage; they circled, pushed and pulled for their very own piece of it. ”
