"Love, Janis" at Actors Theatre in Louisville, KY

Just wanted to post a mini-review of this excellent production. Randal Myler, who conceived the show, is directing the production with music direction by Sam Andrew, an original member of Big Brother and the Holding Company (Janis' first band). One of the two singer/actresses alternating in the role of Janis is Katrina Chester who did the role in the Off-Broadway mounting. Everything about this show is first-rate, right down to the period costumes designed by Lorraine Venburg. Ms. Chester is nothing short of astounding, capturing the essence of Joplin without doing a full-out imitation of her. Morgan Hallett plays the "private" Janis, getting most of the show's dialogue. Part rock concert, part theatre piece, this show is a great eventing at the theatre. If you are within 200 miles of Louisville, this show is worth the trip!

Updated On: 9/5/05 at 02:04 PM

Hey thejcm! I make it a point to see "Dracula" every year--what a great show. I haven't missed a mainstage show at Actors Theatre in the last three years. Those of us who live in Louisville are truly lucky to have such a great regional theatre in our hometown.