Barrymore
by Anonymous on 2011-03-07Elgin Theatre - TorontoHe performs so effortlessly that you think he IS the character.
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He performs so effortlessly that you think he IS the character.
powerful play, made exceptional by plummer's performance !
entertaining, amazingly played. Cristopher Plummer is timeless
Christopher Plummer is larger than life in his Emmy award winning reprisal of John Barrymore. How good was it? let's put it this way - he received a standing ovation BEFORE he came out for his bow!!
The best stage performance I have ever seen. The Shakespearean soliloquies made it somewhat autobiographical for Plummer (as well as Barrymore). For Christopher Plummer to sustain such focus and level of energy for 2 hours was a monumental accomplishment for a person of 81 years. It was a privilege to be there.
Christopher Plummer was a treat to watch in BARRYMORE. The second act seemed too short, but it is difficult to complain about a play and performance that leaves the audience wanting more. I was expecting a masterful characterization of John Barrymore, but an unexpected joy was Plummer-as-Barrymore's seamless portrayals of other personalities such as a famed female gossip columnist, Barrymore's brother Lionel and his sister Ethel. Bravo!
Had no idea what to expect. What a treat. Plummer was fantastic and truly funny. For just 2 people in the show you never got bored. I saw it as a legend playing a legend.
Commanding, charismatic, Christopher Plummer is a true "master" at his game.....captivating & funny...pure genius @ 81....no other talent like him...a gift to his audience:)
I saw Christopher Plummer last year at Stratford in the lead of The Tempest. I don't know why I've waited so long to enjoy his performances, I must admit this one man show for the most part (aside from Franks voice,) was a real treat! The humor, the rallying of him and the "backstage" fellow Frank..delightful
Amazing. Not of be missed. Christopher Plummer is a Canadian Icon!! It was wonderful to see the audience rise to their feet and show their love and appreciation.
This is simply one of the best pieces of theatre I have ever seen. Sitting there watching Plummer work his magic, I could feel that I was in the presence of greatness. It was enthralling to watch him work through the numerous characters he portrays so seemlessly througout the play. I was disappointed when it ended - I could easily have sat and watched more and more. Christopher Plummer is pure magic!
Christopher Plummer's portrayal of Barrymore was outstanding, a must see!
Barrymore was great - Christopher Plummer has still got "it" !!!!!
This show could not get any better. I was moved to tears by not only the presence that Mr Plummer carries himself onstage and how he completely embodies his character, but by seeing the amazing talent that is Mr Plummer perform live, before my very eyes. I truly cannot recommend this show highly enough, A true gem of a man and a performer. Thank you to Mr Plummer for sharing his fabulous gift with the world. Love love love.
I am so glad that I got to see Christopher Plummer in a live stage show! He embodies the character so well that I only saw John Barrymore on the stage! What a fabulous role for him to portray! SEE IT NOW WHILE YOU STILL CAN!
Christopher Plummer is one of the great actors. He was unbelievable, he had us all captivated from the moment he hit the stage. We all left feeling that we had experienced something new and very different from anything we've seen before. He was incredible and my life is enhanced for having gone to this show..
The show was nice. Christopher Plummer is a great actor and he really delivered. He played body an soul and really lived his Barrymore character. It is very challenging to deliver a theatre piece all by yourself. Kudos to Christopher for being able to do that at his 70+ age. He had more energy and wit than many other actors 20 years yonger than him. We thank him for the nice memories and wish him good health and many more plays!
The play itself was more of a tableau or a moment in time in the great actor's career. The aging Barrymore reflects on his life and has interesting insights on all of the ups and downs - his career, booze, beautiful women, marriage and family. Plummer's representation of this great moment was both hilarious and poignant. He truly embraced the character and brought him back to life, if only for a brief time. Bravo!!!
From the moment Christopher Plummer "staggered" onto the stage until the end when he sauntered off stage I was mesmorized. His portayal of John Barrymore was riveting, funny and believable. Through the the entire performance Mr. Plummer's presence on stage was amazing. He has a physical presence that can not be matched by many. He had the audience in stitches with many of his lines. He danced, sang and made us laugh. When you watch Mr. Plummer on stage it is very easy to forget that he is in his eighties. I would highly recommend this performance to anybody, if you are not yet a fan of Mr. Plummer, you will be after seeing this performance.
Christopher Plummer was rivoting! Would definitely recommend this play!