–Shepherd Express Metro
Critics' Pick!
–The Marquette Tribune
"Show's aglow with sweet musical nostalgia."
–Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
"A must-see holiday hit!"
–WPVI-ABC, Philadelphia
"A lively musical Christmas celebration!"
–Shepherd Express
"Abundant with lighthearted and
self-effacing humor...
The 'Winter Wonderettes' present a musical holiday feast!"
–Delaware News Journal
“Toonful tinsel tootsies: It got my mistletoe motivated! ‘Winter Wonderettes’ is a delightful way to get your holidays started.”
–Milwaukee’s Vital Source
“Jolly and bouncy holiday tunes make ‘Winter Wonderettes’ a wonderful Christmas diversion.”
–Greater Milwaukee Today/Time Out
"'Winter Wonderettes' is a winner as a fond salute to girl pop groups. The show practically overflows with a rich, nostalgic-pop charisma."
–Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
"They wink, they prance, they shimmy, they flirt – and all while they're still managing to toss off one rockin' holiday hit after another. If you've enjoyed shows such as 'Forever Plaid,' you'll love 'Winter Wonderettes' – a catchy production that's designed to put you in the holiday mood."
–Peoria Journal Star, IL
"'Winter Wonderettes' is more than just an entertaining and pleasantly endearing evening of marvelously tuneful Christmas songs sung by four talented dancers and actresses.
Bean has a gift for crafting American-themed musical revues...where, through the characters, he faintly mirrors the attitudes and changing spirit of the era and captures the idea of simple American hopes and dreams clashing with the more complex intricacies of real life."
–Delaware News Journal
"Cute and fun!"
–Las Vegas Mercury
"A great way to start off your holiday season!"
–Windham Journal, NY
"This lively mix of rockin' holiday hits will surely have audiences dancing in the aisles!"
–TheatreWorld Internet Magazine
"The premise of 'Winter Wonderettes' is cool. What I like best about it is that the show's creator, Roger Bean, has used largely unknown songs of the 60s and earlier. There are enough favorites to please the traditionalists in the audience, but many of the show's songs are either forgotten or unknown. And 'Winter Wonderettes' has just enough silliness to satisfy a diverse audience."
–West Life Newspaper, OH
"Wonderettes march to a different holiday tune! ...The story ties together songs quite well and the tunes flow naturally and are placed in a thoroughly delicious order. ...All this, Christmas bonouses and a rousing game of "Find the Elf," add up to an excellent alternative to more traditional holiday fare. If you're in the mood for something different, put the 'Spurkey' in the fridge and head out to the 'Winter Wonderettes' for a refreshing night of holiday music."
–OnMilwaukee.com
"The show's easy charm and familiar sources make 'Winter Wonderettes' a holiday diversion that even the Grinch and Ebenezer could warm — and rock out — to."
–Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Steele Spring Productions
All Songs Used By Permission.
International Copyrights Secured.
Milwaukee Repertory Theater; Art Station Theatre, Greene Room Players, Milwaukee Repertory Theater (2)
"Audiences love WINTER WONDERETTES.
It's a delightful holiday treat, and every performance brings a standing ovation. It's a lively, energetic, delicious Christmas concoction... we've had many audience members come back for seconds!"
–Anne Marie Cammarato, Artistic Director, Delaware Theatre Company
"Laughter, fun, and four-part harmony, fabulously sung."
–Peoria Magazines, IL
"Light and lively... a stocking full of fun!"–Dallas Observer
and just one of many patron letters:
Dear Milwaukee Rep,
I have never written a theatre company after seeing a play, but the "Winter Wonderettes" was soooooo good that I had to let you know. My wife and I liked it so much the first time we had to come back with some friends to see it again... Thanks for making our holiday season extra special this year.
Sincerely,
Tom Hrubec, Woodstock, IL
"It's Christmas Time All Over the World," and "Santa Baby."