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Reviews of Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson

Local Reviews

Preview: “Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson” Promises to Solve Racism in 27 Minutes, Willamette Week

Preview: Chris Grace of ‘Superstore’ on channeling Scarlett Johansson in Portland Center Stage show, The Oregonian

Preview: Comedian Chris Grace takes on Hollywood actress in upcoming farce at PCS, KOIN6's AM Extra

"...a delightfully disorienting theatrical experience that defies categorization and expectations. His deadpan approach is hilarious while also making space for unexpected moments of revelation..." - BroadwayWorld

"[Grace] knows he’s in Portland, and grapples with Portland’s image of itself as more awake to these issues than other places. In his impeccably timed, disarmingly deadpan way, Grace may well succeed in loosening the grip of some audience members on that self-perception, which is all to the good. This skilled work deserves an audience." - Oregon ArtsWatch

"What the Scarlet Johansson show IS is hilarious. The audience roared with laughter at Chris Grace's words and antics." - Shoutout

Audience Raves

"It was so meta!!! I enjoyed the wild ride, stories within stories... Loved it!!"

"The show was current and relevant...."

"Thought provoking and so funny. Chris Grace really gave proper tribute to Scarlett and Hollywood…I have recommended this show to friends already."

"It was clever, funny, relevant, and thoughtful"

"Great performance, set design, and technical work. The performance was impactful and meaningful, funny and bright…We all loved the show and may go again."

"What an incredible performance. It was hysterical, thought-provoking, entertaining, and so so fun….(my wife) was laughing so hard the floor was shaking!"

National Reviews

“Consistently hilarious…. An insightful hour of comedy that is also deeply funny.” - BroadwayWorld

“feverishly funny sendup… will leave your mind buzzing” - The Guardian

Chris Grace as Scarlett Johansson is the sort of stand-up comedy show that you show to other comedians to show them how it’s done. Brilliant, clever and modern stuff.” - Starburst Magazine

“inventive and genuinely funny… Highly recommended.” - Edinburgh Reviews

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