Review From The Inaugural Show In Smithville, New Jersey

"Fran Docherty gave an amazing performance here at our Four Seasons at Smithville, Adult Community. His portrayal of George Burns was uncanny, from the minute he stepped on the stage and for the entire show he had everyone entranced. He told jokes, sang songs, and told stories about George Burns life. The entire almost 90 minute show was entertaining and had the audience spellbound. This is a show that Adult Communities would appreciate seeing."

- Carl Castoro, Social Events Chairperson, Smithville/Four Seasons Homeowners Association Inc.

Audience Comments From The Smithville Show

"Thank You! the BEST show we've ever seen here."

"A Manhattan show in a clubhouse in New Jersey."

"George Burns could not have done a better job. Your material from beginning to end was just terrific. Thank you, thank you, thank you!"

"I felt like I saw a Broadway show."

"Show was more than fabulous and funny - so interesting too! We loved it."

"Amount of work put into the historical and anecdotal stories was amazing."

"Just a great personal effect during the Gracie part - very touching. Great duet."

"Great show. You sure created the illusion of George Burns on that stage. We felt as if the real George Burns was channeling himself through Fran."

Audience Comments From Other Shows

"George--You were adorable! So entertaining and informative. Thanks for the laughs and smiles!" - Jackie from South Jersey

"Really Great Show--very well put together. Fran's interpretation of George was perfect." - Brenda from West Orange, N.J.

"Super job...I remember George Burns--and your portrayal was perfect!" - Stan from Brooklyn, N.Y.

"Actually forgot he wasn't George Burns for a while." - Nancy from Yonkers, N.Y.

"Loved your performance. When you were describing Gracie and Jack Benny I felt you were really George!...very believable...voice...movements...facial expressions. A great job!" - Joe from Cherry Hill, N.J.

"Much better than I expected. Great stories and songs. Very heart warming and interesting. Loved it." - Linda from Washington Heights, N.Y.

"I loved, loved, loved the show. It made me so happy. How did you ever remember all those lines?" - Pat from Hatboro, Pa.

"...great impersonation of a great entertainer." - Lou from Lanoka Harbor, N.J.

"Loved your show tonight at Leisure Knoll...wanted to tell you, my parents were high wire acrobats in vaudeville and knew George and Gracie." - Ken from Manchester, N.J.

"Made us feel like George Burns was still alive. You were great." - Jane & Joe from Pittsburgh, Pa.