*NEXT to NORMAL* *at Aurora Community Theatre CLOSES THIS WEEKEND FRIDAY & SATURDAY * *JULY 13 & 14 * *Real reviews from real patrons* *ACT, you did it yet again *with another truly outstanding production!! The acting was outstanding, and the actors had such passion for their roles. We are so incredibly *fortunate to have such amazing theater in Aurora!!* *7/9/2018 1:00 PM* I have seen many shows in my life, from the first I saw when I was 12 (I am 61). I have probably seen 50 performances in my life, including 4 Broadway shows and some amazing college shows. *THIS performance of Next to Normal places among my top five favorites.* From the flawless portrayals of the characters to the intricate songs to the band music and, of course, the handling of a real and complicated issue, this was AMAZING! *7/8/2018 7:18 PM* Spectacular job by all performers *7/8/2018 10:27 PM* *This is the best musical I’ve seen in years*. The acting and singing were constantly charged with meaning. There wasn’t a weak link. Lyrics were great too. *7/8/2018 7:18 PM* *NEXT to NORMAL* * Award-winning American Rock Musical *music by *TOM KITT* book & lyrics by *BRIAN YORKEY **MARC C. HOWARD,* director *D. KEITH STIVER*, music director *Tickets Now On Sale* BUY ONLINE ANY TIME www.auroracommunitytheatre.com *https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=auct <https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=auct>* *or** 330-562-1818 <(330)%20562-1818> * Thought the performances by each actor were extremely well-acted and singing voices also good. Saw this play with the Broadway performers and thought this group was just as riveting. *7/8/2018 10:12 PM* *I laughed, cried and felt such deep emotion*.... It was *by far the most moving production I have seen at ACT*.... The singing and acting were Broadway quality! BRAVO..BRAVO!!!!!! *7/7/2018 2:40 PM* I’ve seen the production in Cleveland and *this performance was far superior**. 7/8/2018 8:02 PM* *The content and message of this astonishing play, while still being entertaining cannot be overstated*. The cast was so perfect with one another, so believable in each role, and so relatable, I don’t think there was an unmoved soul in the room. And the music ! Such beautiful voices ! And wonderful instrumental music. It was just an amazing experience all the way through. *Thank you for touching my heart and my awareness in this way. Bravo ! **7/7/2018 10:12 AM* Wonderful voices. Great acting. Nice Venue. *Very compassionate handling of serious subject matter.* Love, Humor, and Drama ... Really emotional. *7/7/2018 10:00 AM* *I can't get enough of this show!* *7/8/2018 9:43 PM*