What They're Saying
Forever Plaid at the Majestic Theater (MA)
Photo by Kait Rankins
Once Rehearsals at SpeakEasy Stage
Maggie Hall Photography
Chris Coffey has some very funny moments as an over-caffeinated, enthusiastic Czech performer named Svec, who takes his turn on guitar, mandolin, [bass], drum set and percussion and at one point channels his inner rock god.
- Rich Fahey, On Boston Stages (Once @ SpeakEasy Stage Co.)
"Coffey's Jesus holds command of the stage throughout with clear, well-enunciated speech and a knack for omnipresent, yet unwasted, movement..."
- Tony Curulla, syracuse.com (Godspell @ Redhouse Arts Center)
"...music, under the leadership of music director Chris Coffey has been reproduced to match the lyrical soundscape of the times. All of the it - vital, positioned, courtly and impactive - is performed live on stage by actor-musicians whose baroque stylization and musicality is beautifully ornamented, acquainted and lovingly emotive while complementing the Shakespeare tale at hand and its story arc progression."
- Jim Ruocco, CT Critic's Circle (Shakespeare In Love @ Connecticut Repertory Theatre)
Godspell at Redhouse Arts Center
Photo by Mac Honea
"Mr. Coffey uses his innate artistic talent and passion for the arts to help underserved members of the community, and his extensive knowledge base to create a place for the arts in the cities he lives in.
He has a strong passion and affinity for this kind of work, and individuals of all ages and backgrounds will benefit from working with him."
-Marguerite Mitchell, Redhouse Arts Center
Here's What's New!
(not as new but still exciting)
Big news! I'm now being managed by Henry Ravelo at 6 Degrees Worldwide Entertainment.
After a whirlwind summer where I was slated for five shows in six months (9 to 5, Bandstand,
Mamma Mia!, The Buddy Holly Story, Angels In America Part 1), I've finally closed show number 5 and am enjoying some much-needed downtime.
I'll be back teaching in NYC city schools for Midori & Friends starting in November. I'll also be opening my private student roster up again very shortly! Keep on the lookout for updates there.
Recent Reviews:
Angels In America: Part 1
Tony Curulla, syracuse.com
It's A Wonderful Life:
Tim Leininger - Journal Inquirer
Forever Plaid:
https://www.metrmag.com/latest-reviews/forever-plaid-the-majestic-theater-review
Kevin T. Baldwin - American Theatre Critics Association
http://www.inthespotlightinc.org/2019/10/review-majestic-theater-forever-plaid.html
Barbara Stroup - In The Spotlight, Inc.
Shakespeare in Love:
http://jimruoccodesktake2.blogspot.com/2019/11/from-desk-of-jim-r-take-2-column-227_30.html
Jim Ruocco - Connecticut Critic's Circle
Christopher Arnott - Hartford Courant
