The audience roared and roared and roared its approval of “Ragtime” on opening night.
It’s rare to hear such pure joy in an Austin theater. But what did they think of Zach’s new Topfer Theatre and its first full show?
We played One Word during intermission to find out. They betrayed a range of feelings.
Morgan Longton: Theater: Vibrant. Show: Talented.
Allison Longton: Theater: Excellent. Show: Exciting.
Jasmine Thompson: Theater: Eccentric. Show: Wonderful.
Faith Izuegbu: Theater: Structured. Show: Enlightening.
Scott Brown: Theater: Awesome. Show: Superb.
Monica Brown: Theater: Contemporary. Show: Luscious.
Jenna Gray: Theater: Modern. Show: Dated.
Leslie Siver: Theater: Impressive. Show: Upbeat.
Suzanne Kennedy: Theater: Wow! Show: Magnificent.
Burke Kennedy: Theater: Professional. Show: Impactful.
Steve Rutman: Theater: Beautiful. Show: Terrific.
Sharon Rutman: Theater: Fantastic. Show: Outstanding.
Vikram Gobole: Theater: Amazing. Show; Spectacular.
Shruti Koparkar: Theater: Classy. Show: Entertaining.
Mort Topfer: Theater: Breathtaking. Show: Overwhelming.
Bobbi Topfer: Theater: Spectacular. Show: Wonderful.
Well, the Topfers might be excused for their gushing.
For the official Statesman response to the theater and show go here.