Georgie: My Adventures with George Rose NYC Reviews and Tickets
Show-Score Member Reviews (158)
See it if You consider yourself a theatre buff. These are some great stories (and so much more) from someone who was there. A peek behind the curtain.
Don't see it if You have no interest in old Broadway gems...stories of the glitz, glamour...and the not so pretty truth too.
See it if You enjoy tour de force story telling about a theatrical master, it's a combination of anecdote and revelation
Don't see it if You are averse to one person shows,but go anyway . Do not miss this one .
See it if Mesmerizing, you can't take your eyes off of Dixon. Blissful storytelling, vividly brings the great George Rose to life along with darkside
Don't see it if If you weren't around or don't know anything about Rose, play would be less compelling
See it if you don't know the life story of George Rose - (i only knew of My Fair Lady) & want to know his story told by a close friend-told masterfuly
Don't see it if don't want to know the dark side of an amazing actor. but really, don't we all have some sort of dark side??? go see it!!!
See it if You like a one man show. You do or do not know who George Rose is. You want to hear some very interesting history about a Broadway performer
Don't see it if You are not comfortable with a story about a great performer who has a dark side. You don't want to have many laugh out loud moments. Read more
See it if I was enraptured by Ed's tale of his mentee relationship with Georgie. The ups, downs, funny stories, what died and what lived on.
Don't see it if You don't enjoy autobiographical solo shows. Read more
See it if you like behind the scenes real-life show business stories
Don't see it if material isn't suitable for kids, who likely would never have heard of any of the people referenced in the evening Read more
See it if If you love great one man shows and a marvolious retrospect of a great actor George Rose🌹
Don't see it if The ending is very sad. It exposes Roses most tragic flaw of sexual child abused that costs him his life.
Critic Reviews (27)
"Dixon’s writing is very entertaining; there are no passages that are too precious for Dixon and therefore lose value for us...Dixon still has serious chops. The story moves along and we giggle, laugh outright and feel a bit verklempt...It’s an over-used cliche to say a performer is brave, raw, fearless, but maybe we over-use these words because we want that experience so much. Dixon really delivers...This show is a must see. Do not miss it."
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"Dixon regales us with stories of Rose's personal oddities and theatrical performances, frequently lapsing into impressions of the actor...There's plenty to enjoy in 'Georgie' even if you don't know who Rose was. The real beneficiaries...will be older Broadway theatregoers to whom Rose's artistry brought joy and laughter from the '60s through the '80s. This Rose by another name may not smell as sweet as the original but for most audiences it should certainly smell sweet enough.
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“A tour-de-force performance…Not only does Mr. Dixon unearth the stories and truths behind the man, but he reveals truths about himself as well...Dixon embodies Rose layer after layer. We see his humor, eccentricities, complexity and a life veiled in a dark secret that is now exposed…Dixon is a master storyteller and writer who keeps our attention to the fullest…’Georgie’ is a delightful biopic that will let you know that everyone is flawed, scared and just this side of off."
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"What makes 'Georgie' a remarkable theatre piece...is Dixon’s portrayal of his own shock and dismay as he discovers the true Georgie...Schaeffer, who originated the play at his Signature Theatre in Arlington VA, repeats his direction and does a capital job of it...The combination of the stories, the characters, and Dixon’s own persona make 'Georgie' an evening of charm and delight. That is, until the shattering and brutal truth comes blustering in, as it must."
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"Ed Dixon has a delightful demeanor, often delivering a line with an implied wink...Directed by Eric Schaeffer, Dixon tries to keep the homage lively, moving about and pouring his heart and his talent into evoking Rose while spinning narratives...Dixon covers Rose’s life with flair and fine-tuned recollections...Dixon succeeded admirably in bonding with his audience, but his 'Georgie,' while entertaining, moving and glowing with expertise, could still stand some tightening."
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"It’s an illuminating, warts-and-all portrait of the talented artist that became Dixon’s idol, then fell from a great height with dire consequences to both men – as told, it should be noted, with love. The playwright is a terrific storyteller...Joy and surprise are infectious. Flamboyance is never quite over the top. Moving around the stage with grace, energy and precise gesture, he’s a pleasure to watch...Dixon is simply wonderful. As is this play which is both entertaining and heart-rending."
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"Dixon is quite the raconteur whose stories begin quite literally at the hilarious first meeting with Rose and end on a very unfortunate note...What makes the first three quarters of the show so deliriously funny is Dixon’s ability to replicate not only Rose’s voice but all his effete mannerisms...Rose’s secret life and death had more of a profound affect on Dixon than he could ever imagine...Yet, he got himself together which enabled him to play many roles."
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"Dixon's ability to catch the essence of the celebrated artists who populate his play is uncanny, and I recommend this lovely piece of work to all who have love for the theatre and for the artists who consistently enrich our lives. George Rose was one of those, and Ed Dixon has brought him back to us with a good ear and the mastery of a craft he’s been honing for over 40 years."
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