The Reviews Are In!
A Chorus Line
“Anthony Velez as Paul masterfully controls the stage and audience.” —Bill Kellert (Nippertown)
“Anthony Velez gives the audience a moving, heartfelt and crowd-hushing moment with Paul’s lengthy soliloquy of his journey to this moment and this audition.” —Lisa Jarisch (Berkshire on Stage)
“Anthony Velez delivers Paul’s story with a genuine reflexive sentimentality that gives it extra meaning and heart.” —J. Peter Bergman (The Berkshire Edge)
Godspell
“Velez makes the most of his moment in the spotlight, delivering a soulful, soul-filled interpretation of this reflective, quiet moment.” —Lisa Jarisch (Berkshire on Stage)
She Loves Me
“Anthony Velez is a delight as Arpad.” —Jeffrey Borak (The Berkshire Eagle)
“Anthony Velez plays Arpad and does a fine job in the role giving the boy's virginal qualities a wonderful semi-passivity.” —J. Peter Bergman (Berkshire Bright Focus)
“Velez nearly steals the show with his persuasive, boyishly-enthusiastic appeal.” —Lisa Jarisch (Berkshire on Stage)
Rent
“Anthony plays Angel, a star amongst stars and the glue of this found family. Anthony is versatile; he can slowly undulate his body and you are witnessing the best modern dance you’ve seen in some time and then throw on some heels and do a song and dance number that has you roaring in laughter.” —Lodro Rinzler (Trixie’s List)
“The outstanding performances of the show belong to Velez, the drag queen with the heart of gold and eternal optimism who steals the light whenever he is on the stage…” —Bill Kellert (Nippertown)
“Velez is infectious in his portrayal, with outstanding dance skills.” —Paula Kaplan-Reiss (Berkshire on Stage)