Book & lyrics by Ted Davis, Score by David Clark
Performed at the Asolo Theatre Festival, Sarasota, FL
"Kerry O'Malley [is] immensely appealing [and] captivating...John Visser's musical direction lends a subtle feel to some of the songs, with a dazzling, delicate 'Wild Birds' bringing Rochester and Jane for their first kiss. It's terrific, with O'Malley and [Douglas] Carpenter each possessing voices with a rich brocade of layers." -Kate Purcell, Bradenton Herald
"[Kerry O'Malley] wins our hearts early on when her adoptive family begins tormenting her for no good reason. She also has a stirring voice, which rings sweetly through the theater." Jay Handelman, Sarasota Herald-Tribune
"In a simple period dress, Kerry O'Malley as Jane immediately introduces herself in 'Imagine Me.' The song presents her as a straightforward, honest woman who is as strong as steel. From that moment on, she has won your heart in her hands. You'll find yourself caring deeply about what happens to her...When Jane's hand climbs hestitantly up Mr. Rochester's arm before they embrace for the first time, the movement does more than spell out the sexual repression of the Victorian era. It also gives you a glaring look into Jane's starved soul." -Joanne Milani, The Tampa Tribune
"The production is blessed with the appearance of Kerry O'Malley in the title role, one as demanding as any I've seen recently. O'Malley is onstage constantly, both as a very young Jane, and as the mature one, serving as narrator as well as central character, and she is remarkable in her ability to switch emotions and gears swiftly, with a welcome way with Bronte's side. She has a fine singing voice as well." -Kay Kipling, The Longboat Observer
"The cast is inspired. Kerry O'Malley, the compelling heroine Jane Eyre, lives the part." Eva Curtis, North Port Star-Herald