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Andrews embodies the woman with a tenuous grip on reality. Her acceptance of her impending demise as simple fact spills over into the audience, enhancing our immersion in the family dynamics. It is also the source of much of the play’s considerable humor. As different as the three actors may be in appearance, one never doubts that the three characters are mother and daughters.

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As written by Richard Strand and acted by Marnie Andrews, Emily Linder is the brilliant realization of all the irritating, demanding, hypercritical old ladies that we know and can’t help loving. After the play, you won’t forget Emily Linder..

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There are all kinds of laughs and “The Realization of Emily Linder” at the New Jersey Repertory Company gives us the best kind – the laughter of recognition. We know these characters. We know them from our own families – with all of the usual tensions, rivalries and see-saw emotions. We know them because they are so deftly introduced. They draw themselves so clearly from the very start that we can’t help but keep recognizing them in their actions and interactions throughout the play. This gives us pause and makes us laugh out loud, along with everyone else in the audience. Congratulations to NJ Rep on another world premiere. This theater in Long Branch has a remarkable record for introducing plays that go places. Well-conceived, well-written, well-directed, well-acted, well-staged, no one will be surprised if “The Realization of Emily Linder” extends that reputation. Everything is set in motion when the mother, Emily, played with expertise and cunning by Marnie Andrews….

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Marnie Andrews does a perfect portrayal of Emily mastering the determined, brutally honest character who struggles with the strain of poor health and a fear of dependency. This World Premiere play is written by award-winning playwright Richard Strand and directed by the theatre’s Artistic Director, Suzanne Barabas. Strand has created a compelling story with very relatable characters. And with Barabas’ excellent direction, this play is a must-see for the metro area audience.

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Marnie Andrews, as Emily, is a savvy actress, even when only listening. Watching her face as she silently reacts to Margaret reading a first draft of the eulogy is a treat — the harder this impatient woman tries to cover up her dismay, the funnier she becomes.

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It’s hard to imagine anyone else as Lila but Andrews, who has a casual grace in both looks and movement. With body language and sharply delivered dialogue, she reveals the exasperation, weariness, and restlessness of her character.

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It is an honor and a pleasure to give high praise to Marnie Andrews. A gifted actor, director, and teacher, she is devoted to high artistic standards and true collaboration

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Not only is the story of The Glass Menagerie touching and heartfelt, but the acting in it was powerful, emotional and quite charming. Equity actress Marnie Andrews graces the stage with her emotional depth and wit, and the entire production emanates a type of tenderness that is rarely found onstage. This is a production that should not be missed, one that can reach any audience of any age.

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