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Sunset Boulevard: ACT of CT/Dir. Daniel C. Levine/Choreo: Sara Brians/Musical Dir. Bryan Perri
"This is musical theatre at its best, primed and etched to perfection!"~ Talkin Broadway
"Sunset Boulevard takes CenterStage in a royal production"~ Bonnie Goldberg
"Sunset Boulevard captivates audiences and leaves theatre-goers in awe!"~ HamletHub
"Sunset Boulevard is ready for its close-up! ACT of CT's production is tremendous in its theatricality with ravishing storytelling. The Ensemble overflows with a dream cast of actors, singers & dancers while executing Sara Brian's refined choreography giving it a fresh feel that is intoxicating and full of detail!"~ Jim Ruocco 

The Secret Garden: ACT of CT/Dir. Daniel C. Levine/Choreo: Nathan Peck/Musical Dir. Bryan Perri
"ACT of CT has reached its pinnacle with an Epic production of The Secret Garden. The Casting is flawless!" ~ HamletHub
"This production of The Secret Garden is Splendid! The cast of 22 execute the vision with clockwork precision and pull the story forward beautifully!" ~ Tom Nissley/CT Critics Circle
"ACT of CT is presenting a visually & vocally stunning production of The Secret Garden! The cast are terrific actors who skillfully render the nearly sung-through score! The Ensemble actors are all strong while seamlessly transporting us to early 1900's Yorkshire, creating absolute magic! This production should be anything but a secret!"
~ Broadway World

Guys and Dolls: ACT of CT/Dir. Daniel C. Levine/Choreo. Sara Brians
"Val Moranto is a not to be missed General Cartwright!" ~ Emmy Award winning writer and Tony nominated Broadway Producer Dani Davis
"A beautiful production awash with great actors, beautiful voices, fun stagecraft and amazing choreography"~ Tom Nissley, CT Critics Circle
"Guys and Dolls is indeed All Aces!"~ HamletHub
"ACT of CT shines with classic 'Guys and Dolls'!"~ Nancy Sasso Janis, Rep-Am

Jesus Christ Superstar: ACT of CT/Dir. Daniel C. Levine/Choreo. Sara Brians/Musical Dir. Jeffrey Campos
"This is Jesus Christ Superstar like you've never seen it before! An imaginative piece of theatre that simmers with attentive directness and definitude!"~ James V. Ruocco
"ACT of CT has done it again! Jesus Christ Superstar is pure brilliance!"~ HamletHub
"What stands out is the phenomenal choreography by Sara Brians which is executed by the talented ensemble cast with precision. They master the complex choreography and dazzle the audience!"~ Broadway World

Smokey Joe's Cafe: ACT of CT/Dir. & Choreo.  Stephanie Pope Lofgren/Musical Director John Bronston
"ACT of CT offers a Rocking Good Time to Kick off Its New Season"~ CT Post
"ACT of CT has made a Triumphant return to Live Theatre"~ HamletHub
"ACT of CT's Smokey Joe's Cafe is Simply Stunning"~ The Newtown Bee


Priscilla Queen of the Desert: Boston Premiere/Dir. Stacey Stephens/Choreo Arthur J. Cuadros
"Val Moranto delivers the goods in the role of Marion reuniting father and son"
"Val Moranto is a hoot as the tough as nails bar owner Shirley"~ Theatre Mirror 
"All hail Priscilla Queen of the Desert at the Fiddlehead Theatre Company!  This production offers a visual and aural smorgasbord while providing an extravaganza of song and dance"~ Broadway World

The Who's Tommy: European and Japanese Tour
"Val Moranto is a powerhouse as the Acid Queen!  
"Val Moranto is a force to be reckoned with as the Acid Queen! Her sexual and seedy presence is mesmerizing... and what vocal chops!"~ European & Japanese Press

Beehive: Carousel Dinner Theatre/Dir. Donna Drake
"Val Moranto brings the blues belter back to life for "Me and Bobby McGee" and the raw edged classic "Piece of My Heart" ~ Black Neptune Blogspot 
"Val Moranto is spectacular as Janis Joplin bringing a great respect for the singer and a great respect for the material that she brings to the stage"~ The Leader Online

Les Miserables: The Ogunquit Playhouse/Dir. Shaun Kerrison/Musical Director Ken Clifton
"The cast is exceptional! Les Miserable is one of the best productions Ogunquit has put on! ~ Broadway World
Les Miserables: Riverside Theatre in Vero Beach/Dir. Allen Cornell/Musical Director Ken Clifton/Staging DJ Salisbury
"The production resonates with power and an almost religious zeal! It is magnificent!"
"One of the most satisfying productions to date!"
"It takes the audience on a willing, weeping, resonating and powerful ride!"~ Brevard Culture

Mary Poppins: Arts Center of Coastal Carolina/Dir. Casey Colgan/Choreo. Nic Thompson
"Val Moranto is small but mighty in her featured star turn as Miss Andrew!"
"Jolly Holiday brings the house down with a dazzling technicolor landscape teaming with whirling dancers and statues that come alive!"
"The biggest star of the show is the Ensemble who bring 9 major production numbers expertly to life with precision and sophistication!"~ Island Packet