SELECT PRESS

EXCERPTS FROM SELECT PRESS & REVIEWS:

  • Press for ‘Stranded’ with Australian Theatre Festival NYC, from West Australian Newspaper: https://thewest.com.au/entertainment/theatre/covid-lockdown-and-dreams-of-home-drive-a-festival-of-australian-drama-online-from-new-york-ng-b881738220z?fbclid=IwAR2fyCrSOJDCRSkw610dwTWZQQ7igUnU9KS4C7yO9r7VGdf2pOfDpeypcro

    • “By showcasing Australian artists, the festival will cultivate their development on a global stage as well as connect Australians living in New York”

  • Press for ‘Stranded’ with Australian Theatre Festival NYC, from BroadwayWorld: https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-off-broadway/article/Australian-Theatre-Festival-NYC-Announces-2020-Online-Season-20201123

  • Press for ‘Another Round’, from Film Threat: https://filmthreat.com/reviews/another-round/

    • “Johnson and Bradley adeptly navigate through the emotional twists and turns of the story to carry us along and makes it feel authentic”

    • “Good performances, intriguing subject, and a dark conversation-worthy ending about what could have been and second chances make for a great little short film in the end.”

  • Australian Theatre Festival (NYC) Press Link: https://australiantheatrefestival.com/press

  • Review on ‘Boeing Boeing’, from OnstageColorado: https://www.onstagecolorado.com/breckenridge-backstage-theatre-does-bangup-job-with-boeing-boeing/?fbclid=IwAR0E9dWATtthbNCbGJ7nXht7XXIREMKhqXk_tGlx5UwOJvtRuqGd949fqNk

    • “Featuring an incredibly talented New York City-based cast, this small town theater production delivers an evening of bright wit and constant laughs, more than worthy of a Broadway stage.”

    • “Super talented cast delivers fantastic rendition of famed comedy”

    • “Breckenridge Backstage Theatre’s adaptation of this famous farce is action-packed, highly entertaining and constantly building with comical suspense from the first scene to the spectacular, quirky climax.”

    • “It isn’t long before the exuberant Gretchen (Casey Bradley) arrives unexpectedly early, the other two women’s flight schedules are suddenly altered due to unforeseen circumstances and cleverly wrought chaos ensues”

  • Feature Article, from Summit Daily Newspaper (featured in print and online): https://www.summitdaily.com/news/local/new-artistic-director-puts-breckenridge-backstage-theatre-back-in-the-limelight/?fbclid=IwAR02VGxonI9IludSWxThJx_K4rfmx6siMCc6fNuFjjMD5vC9Zek88rOOUTc

    • “I’ve seen it twice, and it is very well done,” he said of the satirical play based on a French comedy made famous in the 1960s. “It’s a very tight performance. It’s a classic farce, and I think it’s hilarious.”

    • Set in the apartment of a man who has three fiancés, all flight attendants with different airlines, the play opened Feb. 28 to a sold-out audience and got a standing ovation. The response was no less complimentary after the March 8 performance, when Autrey and the cast sat down in plain clothes after the show for the free-flowing chat with the audience.

  • Feature Article, from Melbourne Theatre Company: https://www.mtc.com.au/discover-more/backstage/feature-from-melbourne-to-manhattan

  • Feature Article, from BroadwayWorld: https://www.broadwayworld.com/denver/article/Casey-Bradley-Stars-In-Breckenridge-Backstage-Theatres-Production-Of-BOEING-BOEING-By-Marc-Camoletti-20190316

    • “Casey Bradley is an Australian born actor based in New York, playing a German air hostess for Lufthansa airways in this farce comedy about polygamy, passion, and wit. Bradley worked on the role for over a year, using both the authentic Stanislavski Method approach and techniques in Farce and Physical Comedy.”

  • Feature article on ‘Boeing Boeing’, from BroadwayWorld New York: https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-off-broadway/article/Photo-Flash-ASDS-Closes-The-2018-Actors-Studio-Drama-School-Repertory-Season-With-BOEING-BOEING-20180514

  • Feature article on ‘Ivy Walls’, from BroadwayWorld New York: https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Photo-Flash-The-Actors-Studio-Drama-School-2018-Repertory-Season-Opens-With-IVY-WALLS-THE-AUTHORS-VOICE-And-NORTH-OF-PROVIDENCE-20180328

  • Campaign Video, for short independent film ‘Revenge’: https://vimeo.com/274983780

  • Official Launch site for Interview, for Mini Documentary series ‘Humans in My Phone’: https://www.gregorcollins.com/humansinmyphone

  • Interview, for Mini Documentary series ‘Humans in My Phone’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxCp_yh9oR8

Video Interview for micro-documentary series about the Creative Life “Humans in my Phone” by Gregor Collins (https://www.gregorcollins.com)

TESTIMONIALS

"It was evident that Casey has exceptional talent, enthusiasm and intelligence. It soon became clear during rehearsals she was also one whom others looked to when problems needed solving. She has fantastic motivation, often generating... research which enlightened [the ensemble]. I hope I get the chance to work with Casey again, apart from all these attributes she is a lovely person. I cannot recommend her highly enough." - Sydney Brisbane, Australian Shakespeare Company

"While working with Casey, I soon became aware of her profound intelligence and maturity. She was able to communicate her astute observations with a level of articulation and confidence which most people twice her age could not achieve. Despite her confidence, she is a generous listener, and always treated her peers with kindness and respect. I have enjoyed working with Casey… and I hope to have the opportunity to work with her again in the future. She is an impressive young lady with many talents and an incredible thirst for knowledge and experience. Casey is also a thoughtful and compassionate person with a great sense of humour and a positive outlook - very important qualities for... a career in the arts.” - Suzie Thomas, Melbourne Theatre Company

"Casey is extremely intelligent and has a deep passion for the classics, especially Shakespeare. Her knowledge of text is great - she has a great work ethic and is reliable, punctual and always committed to the task." - Colette Mann, Professional Actor & Coach

As a Director…

“Casey assisted on nine plays in total… in only one week - her reliability, commitment and willingness to learn was of enormous value to the [National Play] Festival. Her capable and pro-active approach ensured rehearsals proceeded smoothly” - Amanda Macri, General Manager, Playwriting Australia

"As a director, Casey is a risk taker; she is compassionate towards actors and she is thorough and diligent in the way she undertakes the role. She is creative and can anticipate the needs of cast and crew members very effectively. It is always a joy to work with her and to watch her work with [actors] both one to one as she seeks to build their confidence; and with a whole cast group as she seeks to instil the discipline of an actor in [them]… Casey’s passion for the performing arts and for producing quality work is nothing short of impressive… In all of my experiences with Casey, it has been a pleasure to work with her.” - Karen Chamberlain, Director, Carey Theatre

"I invited Casey, in her capacity as director, to address my [Undergraduate University] Shakespeare students in a lecture... and she gave an erudite and insightful account of her experiences in mounting a successful production of a Shakespeare play. Moreover, together with students from that course, I attended one of the performances of Casey’s Macbeth and can vouch for the intelligent dramaturgy and impressive directorial vision of that production. I recommend Casey Bradley... in the strongest possible way.” - Dr David Mcinnes, Gerry Higgins Lecturer in Shakespeare Studies, University of Melbourne

Review excerpts from THE MERCHANT OF VENICE (2013):

"...Bradley shows promising talent in the realization of Shakespearean drama" - Union House Theatre

"Strong direction from Casey Bradley and enjoyable performances create a worthwhile production" - Union House Theatre

"Bradley’s desire to make Shylock more likable or perhaps pitiable was definitely achieved as Newman delivered a complicated and very human portrayal of the spiteful money lender. The silent scenes bookending the production also assisted in giving more perspective on his character" - Union House Theatre

 

Review excerpts from MACBETH (2012):

"...MUSC’s Macbeth gives its audience’s an enticing slice of the creative directorial vision of the company’s president Casey Bradley" - Farrago Magazine

"A well performed show with a grand dramatic concept and keen aesthetics" - Farrago Magazine

"Watching... MU Shakespeare Company's performance of Macbeth was a real treat. I loved its zen like simplicity, streamlined quality acting and rich character development in every scene. And most importantly, it brought to life Shakespeare's lyrical wisdom." - LivingInCarltonNorth