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Word of Mouth: SLAC's Water Cooler

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"Anne [Cullimore Decker] is our own Helen Hayes making the impossible seem effortless. It's time to call Master Class Anne's masterpiece. The only problem is that like a Christo installation, when it's gone, it's gone. It was better and deeper than before - and before was superb. I say do it every ten years!" ~ Bruce Bell

"It's only intermission and I say get your ticket now to Master Class at SLAC. Anne Decker is even more of a revelation this time around." ~ Jerry Rapier

"It was impossible for me to go to bed after watching the play: It totally woke up my curiosity and I wanted to listen more to "La Callas" (that's how she is known in France. She's a real character and the "La" gives tremendous importance to her charisma). So I played all the dvd's we have where she sings, listen to some pieces via Youtube, and read more about her life, childhood, career. The play totally transports me into her world. The actors/singers are simply fantastic. So much love, energy and professionalism into their acting. Anne Cullimore Decker was able to do some improvisations and to jump back right away into the play: Master Class, master piece! Her students were beautiful and perfect. They all honored this play of Terrence McNally with lots of grace and passion. What a night! Hats of to all the actors and the great SLAC gang behind the stage who make this theatre full of life. Thank you very much. We love you." ~ Nathalie Chanut
"Anne Cullimore Decker's performance was stunning. She was Maria Callas. Her range of emotions was masterful. Having seen Anne in the play when she performed it 12? years ago, my expectations were that she and the play would be terrific. She exceeded every expectation I had." ~ Bryan Eldredge
"Anne Decker was mesmerizing as Maria Callas. I was so moved by her performance that I was already calling a friend to rave about it as I walked out of the theater. Even if you’re not a big opera fan (I’m not), see this play!" ~ Elaine Jarvik

"I'd rather see it than eat." ~ Susan Levin

"I'm so very glad SLAC decided to remount this, having missed it the first time around. When people say that theatre can be 'magic', this is what they are talking about. Master Class starts off with Maria Callas announcing that 'this is not a theatre, this is a classroom'. It's the truth: Anne Cullimore Decker is putting on an acting clinic, demonstrating how to captivate an audience and transport them. I teach acting, and am thrilled I can have my students see this. Anne's performance here is what all of us actors can all aspire to: that ideal combination of talent, grace, experience, and lots of hard work." ~ Mark Fossen

"Words cannot describe the mesmerizing performance given by Anne Cullimore Decker in this play. Being old enough to remember Maria Callas, her performance is like Callas reincarnated. Brilliance at its best! I probably see it again. Don't miss this outstanding play by SLAC." ~ Jeff Fleming

"I saw Master Class at Salt Lake Acting Company and it was one of the most perfect productions I have ever seen." ~ John Geertsen

"Master Class is such a well crafted script. I‘m a fan of new plays, but there’s something to be said for scripts like this one and The Caretaker that have stood the test of time. I’m thrilled that SLAC has gone back to revisit these gems. Anne Decker is a gem, a treasure really, for Salt Lake City. She’s a consummate professional and we’re so lucky to have her in our city, on one of our stages. I’m an old performing veteran who is jaded and cynical and not easily impressed with theater. I can honestly say I truly enjoyed Master Class. Anne so thoroughly embodies the character of Maria Callas that I forgot that I was watching my friend Anne. I was watching/participating in a master class with Maria Callas. She’s ballsy, she’s vulnerable, she’s funny, and she’s quick. The moments when there is a juxtaposition of past & present are just brilliant from a writing, performance and lighting standpoint. And, the audience is there with her. The night I saw it you could have heard a pin drop. We were all mesmerized by the magic of the moment. Just walking into the performance space transports you to another place. I really felt like I was in an intimate studio at a real master class. One of the best sets I’ve seen at SLAC for a while. I hope everyone has a chance to see her, see this play, see this set, the lighting, hear the music, learn about a this fascinating woman, be transported for a couple of hours." ~ Betsy West

"SLAC's Master Class is a piece of Salt Lake theatre which will be talked about in ten years. If you don't see it, you'll be out of the loop in 2019." ~ Matthew Ivan Bennett

"Anne Cullimore Decker was superb as Maria Callas, and I would highly recommend the show" ~ Salt Lake Tribune reader
"Agreed. I saw this last night. Stunning performance." ~ Salt Lake Tribune reader

"A wonderful night at the theatre last night. Ms. Decker is always a delight to watch but this role gives her a chance to go well beyond that and take her audience with her. Truly brilliant and captivating." ~Salt Lake Tribune reader

“We go to New York and see everything. This was as good as it gets.” ~ SLAC patron

"We loved Master Class. I am not sure I have ever, ever seen a better performance by any actor in Utah. She is so remarkable as Maria Callas. Wow. It was great theatre. They are adding on several performances, and I have told a bunch of people today." ~ Jim Dabakis

"My oh my what a wonderful production of MASTER CLASS. I was so moved and inspired. I love being surrounded by students as I watch the shows. Bravo to all involved. Looking forward to the rest of the season." ~ Tracy Callahan

"For those of you who haven't had a chance to see Master Class, SLAC is extending their performances. Our group attended last night's performance and enjoyed a reception with food and wine and Anne Decker and the cast afterwards. Let me say, that this, IF there are tickets still available, I strongly recommend that you go see it. It is definitely worth the price of admission." ~ Marla Gault