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Maria Callas in MASTER CLASS, by Terrence McNally, at Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre
Re's Callas is pitch perfect! It is one of the finest, most nuanced performances I have seen here in the Valley… Re brings a subtlety and substance to Callas that is nothing short of remarkable… I was totally "swept away".
They all fade under the brilliant shine of Ms. Re’s Callas, who commands the stage from the moment of her entrance to her exit.
Re plays Callas flawlessly, showing the naked pain, the unimaginable glory, the humiliation and despair, the obsessive perfectionism, and the dizzying excitement of her life—all on parade.
absolutely incredible performance… It’s a magnificent tour de force performance not be missed. … pure Callas.
Maria Callas in MASTER CLASS, by Terrence McNally, at Gulfshore Playhouse, Naples FL
Marina Re in the role of Callas, becomes Callas. It is a performance that blows you away. … Marina Re gives an unforgettable performance as Callas, filling her with a humanity that makes you feel you know the woman.
Marina Re who plays Maria, is so spot on, you never doubt, the real Callas is there. Feisty, and fiery, smug and superior, with a vulnerability that brought tears to my eyes, Marina Re reigns over what Maria teaches. It is a performance that is utterly dazzling.
Marina Re as Callas conveys the ego, the impetuosity, the sadness and bitterness of the fallen star. She is remarkable.
But, oh, what a Maria Callas! Actress Marina Re channels Callas in all her complications and contradictions, and it’s potent stuff.
Ms. Re plays her in all her richness and ferocity. … Ms. Re, in this role, commands attention every second she’s on that stage.
Rose in THE LAST ROMANCE, by Joe Di Pietro, at Florida Studio Theatre
slightly deluded, decidedly cranky, versatile Marina Re plays the character as funny, irritating, and sympathetic all at once
The Observer, Siesta Key
Marina Re is very effective in fleshing out the bossy, caretaking, yet loving sister
Talk of Broadway, West Coast Florida
Felicia Dantine in I HATE HAMLET, by Paul Rudnick, at Arts Center of Coastal Carolina
Re, as Felicia Dantine, is the first voice we hear, and she's irresistible
Hilton Head Arts
Miriam Goldman in BEAU JEST, by Robert Harling, at the Public Theatre of Maine
Re's portrayal of the archetypal overbearing Jewish mother is one of the show's highlights.
The Forecaster of Lewiston, Maine
Marina Re is excellent as Miriam: in the non-stop bickering with headstrong Abe, she holds her own.
The Sun Journal of Maine
Mary LoPresto in OUR SON'S WEDDING, by Donna DeMatteo, at Florida Studio Theatre
Marina Re couldn't be better as the loving if controlling mother and wife… with a full command of the Italian-American, blue-collar thought, language and mannerisms
Total Theatre
Re and D'Amato's chemistry is palpable. I found Re particularly enjoyable, from her absolute mastery she exhibits over her husband to her symbolic wrapping everything in a protective layer of Saran Wrap.
The Scene Magazine
Marta Ribada in THE MIAMIANS, by Michael McKeever, at Florida Studio Theatre
Re, in a vivid and engaging performance, is at peace with the world around her… Re's bountiful warmth and charisma are especially charming and among the most moving scenes of the evening.
Pelican Press
The scenes work best because of the touching performance of Marina Re, who exudes warmth and a bit of sass.
Herald Tribune
The show is blessed with superb actors. Perhaps the best is Marina Re, who as Marta Ribada is feisty, and indomitable… Re is wonderful… an image of assertive womanhood long before Betty Friedan.
Sarasota Creative Loafing
Doña Milla / Flora in BOLEROS FOR THE DISENCHANTED, by José Rivera, at Florida Studio Theatre
If anyone can be singled out in a strong cast, it would be Marina Re, so natural in discharging heightened emotion… [Re] is compelling and sensuous.
Critocupia Regional
Marina Re, a stand-out in last season's THE MIAMIANS, creates an even stronger impact this time around. As the mother, she's comically anxious, and her confessions lead to breakdowns that Re makes heartbreakingly real.
Herald Tribune
The actors demonstrate versatility and a complete grasp of their craft, and Re and Buzzario, playing husband and wife, are most believeable, sharing frustration, anger, the bond of time and memory and unites them.
Pelican Press
[Re continues] to effectively deliver the balance of laughter and tears that Rivera packs into his work.
Sarasota Magazine (2009 BEST LEAD ACTRESS nom)
Mary LoPresto in OUR SON'S WEDDING, by Donna DeMatteo, at Lake George Dinner Theatre
Re is a bubbling presence, straight-talking and shooting from the hip with enviable comic acting skill and an inner life that is evident throughout the play.
Daily Gazette
Brilliant performances mark this production, including veteran actors Marina Re and Paul D’Amato, who sport a rapport reminiscent of classic teams like Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz.
The Free George
Re’s acting is as superb as her credentials promise, the on-stage banter is particularly spirited and spontaneous.
Adirondack Journal
Marina Re and Paul D'Amato are pleasures to watch.
Lake George Mirror
Marina Re is a feisty Mary… Paul D'Amato is her equal… They are terrific individually and have the unique knack of having their comic verbal battles show how much they care for each other.
The Troy Record
Molly in OLD LOVE, by Norm Foster, at Lake George Dinner Theatre
Re charms every moment she is on the stage.
Post Star
knock-out performance by Re… giving Molly a flinty resilience, coupled with tenderness
Daily Gazette
Re, as the wise-cracking, brittle Molly, is absolutely perfect.
Times Union
Bella in THE SWEEPERS, by John Picardi, at Stoneham Theatre, MA
Marina Re plays Bella with convincing fury, passion, intensity and force.
Heritage
Re's Bella is riotously funny, yet stunningly sad.
Boston Phoenix
Re's transparency is disarming, giving Bella a depth and sharp-eyed passion.
The Edge
extra praise goes to Re, who turns the Sweepers into a one-woman street opera. … Re is compelling from her first entrance as Bella.
Theatre Mirror
Ma in COMP, by John Shea, at Boston Playwrights' Theatre
[Marina Re], as their mother, is tough as nails, a mixture of doting mother happy to have her sons home, and pragmatic middle-aged woman, used to standing up for herself as a single woman. She's a hoot: fluttering, hovering, chastising and holding forth with supreme confidence.
The Edge
the caring but overbearing mother is authentic, the archetypal Somerville Catholic mom, expertly portrayed by Marina Re
Somerville News
Esther in THE PRICE, by Arthur Miller, at Gloucester Stage Company
an excellent portrayal of Esther… by a luminous Marina Re.
Boston Herald
Marina Re plays a devoted but demanding woman in a moving performance
Boston Globe
Marina Re plays Victor's long suffering wife Esther as strong and intelligent, and ultimately supportive of her husband
Gloucester Daily
Re projects Esther's need for Victor to face his demons in a heartfelt performance.
The Item
Kate in BROADWAY BOUND, by Neil Simon, at Public Theatre of Maine
Marina Re grabs the spotlight with her magnetic performance
Maine Telegram
Beatrice in A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE, by Arthur Miller, at Gloucester Stage Company
Utilizing a flawless Brooklyn accent, Re's Beatrice is a pre-feminist Cassandra,
Boston Herald
Re is convincing and gutsy as she portrays the suffering and spurned wife.
Gloucester Times
Mrs Cheveley in AN IDEAL HUSBAND, by Oscar Wilde, at Lyric Stage of Boston
Re is thoroughly at home with Mrs. Cheveley's breezy moral relativism and brisk manipulation.
Boston Globe
Marina Re is hard, smart and scarlet as Mrs. Cheveley
Boston Phoenix
Pfeni in SISTERS ROSENSWEIG, by Wendy Wasserstein, at Jewish Theatre of New England
Marina Re, always good at honing the tough edges of her parts, brings charm as well as vulnerability to Pfeni
Boston Globe
M'Lynne in STEEL MAGNOLIAS, by Robert Harling, at Worcester Foothills Theatre
the dearth of dry eyes in the audience was a testament to a powerful performance by Marina Re.
Boston Phoenix
Barbara in SOCIAL SECURITY, by Andrew Bergman, at Jewish Theatre of New England
the elegant looking Re, who can take an agitated character into overdrive is terrific, her sophistication amusingly punctured by Mom-induced panic
Boston Herald