"I saw RENT this past week. What outstanding performances by everyone. Their voices/acting completely told the story.
The actor portraying Maureen was absolutely phenomenal and perfect for the part. I'm looking forward to future productions."
"Fantastic production as always. This is the 4th summer I’ve brought a group of seniors from Villa Park- I fill my 14 passenger bus every year. Look forward to seeing next year’s show." -Janet B.
"I can’t say enough about it. It was absolutely wonderful, the act where Angel dies, oh my gosh! It was done so well, I was in tears." -Rene S.
"I thoroughly enjoyed the show! Summer Place Theatre was truly impressive. I have lived in Plainfield, Illinois, for over 20 years, and I had no idea we had such an outstanding theater venue in our community." -Abera S.
"Their character command is exceptional, as are many of their astonishing voices. The notation that Bianca Pietro, was not only director, but also choreographer, is a great credit to her extraordinariness, here in her depth of understanding the work, as expressed with developing the cast, to her blocking, staging and dance mood interpretation. Together, a tremendous show was created....Kudos to everyone one stage and off that re-envisioned and reanimated this still controversial themed work." - John P.
"We absolutely LOVED every moment of this show Sunday" -Pamela G.
"I feel sorry for anyone that misses this show, it's hart to even put into words how good it is." -Nancy T.
"Fantastic performances!!!" -Connie S.
"A Fine Production in a Fabulous Theater!
On Sunday afternoon, August 2, I had the privilege of attending the closing performance of Summer Place Theatre’s production of Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking musical, RENT.
The performance took place at the Naperville Central High School Auditorium , and let me begin by saying—what an absolutely fantastic theater! The sightlines appeared excellent throughout the auditorium, the acoustics were wonderful, and the space seems perfectly suited for staging almost any theatrical production, especially a musical.
I would happily return to see any show presented in that beautiful auditorium!...The vocal performance that particularly impressed me belonged to Eliseo Martinez as Tom Collins. What an absolutely wonderful voice! Every time he sang, I found myself completely drawn to him. His voice had strength, warmth and emotional depth, and I was truly mesmerized by his performance.
The scenery was very good, and I especially liked how the production utilized the various levels and different areas of the set. The transitions generally moved smoothly, and the staging helped create the gritty, unconventional world in which these characters live.
...I thoroughly enjoyed my afternoon with Summer Place Theatre. The company gave us a talented cast, an effective set, a powerful score and a musical filled with messages about love, friendship, acceptance and living fully in the time we are given..Congratulations to Summer Place Theatre and everyone involved in this production. And once again, I would gladly attend any theatrical production staged at the Naperville Central High School Auditorium. It is a marvelous venue in which to experience live theater
-Dan K.&