The Drowsy Chaperone
Workhouse Arts Center (2024)
Beatrice Stockwell / The Chaperone
“Kristina Friedgen transcends her assignment as Janet’s tipsy — apparently “drowsy” once meant “intoxicated” — chaperone, both fluently performing the role and showing off vocal caliber.”
“Some musical favorites included the Chaperone’s “As We Stumble Along,” which was sung emotively by Kristina Friedgen.”
“The character of Aldolfo (wonderfully portrayed by Shakil Azizi) riffs off of the Latin Lover stereotype. He literally sweeps the Drowsy Chaperone (a charismatic Kristina Friedgen) off her feet in their fine song duet “Aldolfo.” She also sings “As We Stumble Along” with great showmanship.”
