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New Essential Chicagoan: Brenda Barrie "Barrie has been on our radar for a while (we first noticed her in a supporting role in BackStage's 2007 Waiting for Lefty). But in the past year, the 29-year-old actor has really grabbed the spotlight with a succession of headlining performances that showcased the radiant charm she employs to endear . . ." Acting filled with 'Ecstasy' for Hammond's Barrie " . . . I think that that's why her acting is so luminous -- there's no pretense, there's no fronts; she shares that onstage," McKie said. "She just has this sweet disposition that you think would get beaten up in the theatrical world, but she has this great blend of vulnerability and tenacity, which makes her a great actor and a great person . . ." Making the Region Proud " . . . Barrie feels she has been blessed with great roles this far in her career. 'In my six years in Chicago, each show has been another great step forward. I've learned things about myself with each character. I've worked hard to discover the undercurrent to these characters -- the things people can relate to . . . " Lifeline Theatre | MRS. CALIBAN "Barrie, who has created a series of indelible portrayals in recent seasons (in Mariette in Ecstasy, Graceland and The Ruby Sunrise), is a true treasure. With her alabaster skin, sonorous voice, balletic grace and palpable inner life she is worth seeing in Mrs Caliban for its opening sequences alone, as she repeatedly bids mechanical goodbyes to her detached husband, washes dishes and dances into deep fantasy to the sound of classical music on the radio.” "Barrie is as nimble as ever; whether dancing to alleviate the boredom of chores or wailing on the seashore to call her lover home, she lends the integrity of heartbreak to a story that could easily slide into the ridiculous." "[Barrie's] work in the lead role is gutsy and sexy . . . Mrs. Caliban is a fascinating piece - it's creative, ambitious, sensual, unusual and, frankly, haunting." "Beautifully performed . . . a marvelous character depiction by Brenda Barrie." "Brenda Barrie is quite effective as the understated yet thrill-seeking woman. Is she acting out delusional thoughts from the stress of losing her child? Is this story a dream or real?" "Brenda Barrie, playing the role of Dorothy, is an ethereal delight to watch - exuding a sprite-like joy and wonder in the character . . . Mrs. Caliban is an ensemble piece at its best. It is a great theatre experience that leaves the viewer with many things to ponder."
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