Reviews

“…Mintzer is a true find. With a singing voice similar to the style and strength of Patsy Cline, she blows the roof off every song. She's a triple threat really bringing out Alice's heartache and sense of humor.”
“The performances, particularly that of Anna Mintzer, are deliriously wonderful”
“From start to finish, Alice Murphy (Anna Mintzer) is a thrill a minute to watch. With her entrance…she makes us feel we are in for something extra special”

-- Don Grigware, BroadwayWorld.Com

“Following in Carmen Cusack’s Tony-nominated footsteps is no easy task, but one that the radiant Mintzer aces from the get-go, creating two absolutely distinct Alices, both the lovestruck teen and the life-hardened adult, while revealing powerful acting chops to match her exquisite pipes.”
“…a leading lady’s incandescent star turn..."

--Steven Stanley, StageSceneLA

“The show’s real heart and soul is the enthralling performance by Anna Mintzer as “Alice Murphy”, who never rings a false note whether acting or singing (–and for this role, both require some fairly robust abilities.)”
“With a voice reminiscent of Linda Ronstadt or Crystal Gayle, (with maybe just a touch of Donna Fargo thrown in) this makes her interpretations of the songs she’s been allocated especially impressive and oh, so fitting for the material.”
“…Mintzer has numerous chances to dazzle and affect us, but none of them more superior or sublime than “Alice’s” 11 O’clock declaration, “At Long Last”…the words may be simple, but she makes them palpably heartfelt and mightily conveyed up through an stirring crescendo (and it just might bring tears to your eyes along the way!)”

--Leo Buck, BuckingTrends

“And speaking of beautiful performances, Mintzer is such a terrific find in the role of Alice. Her performance not only captured the brave front of an older woman whose pain is deeply imbedded, she also projected a more vivacious younger teen who, tragically, grows up too quickly. Her singing voice is spectacular and can equally convey joy and sorrow effortlessly.”

--Michael L. Quintos, OnstageBlog

“The scintillating Anna Mintzer transforms before your very eyes from stoic matron to a hopeful and driven girl. She can pierce your heart with her powerful voice and hold you captive with her very presence.”

--Harry Saltzgaver, The Grunion

“…Anna Mintzer replaced the usual Maria, and it’s hard to imagine anyone better. Mintzer cut out the sweetness and gave us directness and honesty…her voice soared.”

-- Kathleen Allen Arizona Daily Star

--Martin Jones Westlin of San Diego Story

“Maria played superbly on opening night by Anna Mintzer…”
“...giving way to Mintzer’s soaring rendition of the secular hymn that is the musical’s title tune.”

-- James Herbert of the San Diego Union Tribune

“As Maria, Mintzer is innocent and enthusiastic and she wins you over in her first scene. You’re automatically rooting for her…”

-- Lance Carter of the Daily Actor

“Mintzer's lovely soprano voice and cheerful attitude help sell Maria's journey. She brings a fresh spin to popular tunes like "My Favorite Things," "Do-Re-Mi," and "The Lonely Goatherd."

-- David Dixon of Talkin’ Broadway

“Maria [Anna Mintzer] stole the show…with her soft yet powerful voice, and was very soothing to listen to…'She really brought the show to life and had an amazing voice.’ ”

-- Victoria Hudson, The Daily Wildcat

“…Mintzer is a true find. With a singing voice similar to the style and strength of Patsy Cline, she blows the roof off every song. She's a triple threat really bringing out Alice's heartache and sense of humor.”