The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie
Theatre in the Round
Twin Cities Daily Planet- Recommended
"...In a remarkable performance, Anna Olson as Brodie imparts the charm that attracted lovers and captivated students. She plays Brodie as a strong teacher who at times can be seen as a revolutionary force rebelling against the double standard imposed on women. This quality is most outstanding when Brodie stands up for her rights when Miss Mackay, the school’s headmistress, demands her resignation after finding a school girl’s letter regarding Brodie’s romantic tryst with the music teacher. Despite Brodie’s charisma and boldness, her manipulation of her students gives her a sinister unsympathetic edge. Yet, even when the audience can recognize all of Brodie’s sins, Olson’s portrayal of Brodie’s vulnerability still invokes sympathy."
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Bev Wolfe
Twin Cities Pioneer Press- Recommended
"...There's a temptation to be turned off by the antique vibe of the title and setting of "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie." The reward for overcoming that temptation is a play -- and a staging -- that capably demonstrates that our contemporary travails are actually classic ones."
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Dominic P. Papatola
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