REVIEWS

“This coming-of-age, coming-out, indie-folksy rock-comic-book-infused musical is a sure sign that the American musical is as novelistic, vibrant, fearless, and joyous as ever.”
SAN DIEGO READER

“A theatrical experience musical of the moment… infectious songwriting with a terrific pop sensibility to the tunes—a warmth to the lyricism without delving into cheesy territory… the ingeniously clever songs really soar.”
SEATTLE MET MAGAZINE

“The 95-minute musical blends comic books, Godzilla mythology, Spring Awakening, cello music, and a surprisingly sweet love story in an innovative, funny, and wildly entertaining way. Imaginatively directed by Brandon Ivie, Lizard Boy is smart, tight, heartwarming, hilarious, and filled with theatrical surprises.”
SAN DIEGO TRIBUNE

 
"Lizard Boy is one of the most thoroughly contemporary musicals I've seen in a great long time. There's never a trace of old Broadway influence, and everything about this show belongs completely to the young people who present it… it is the most refreshing, engaging and thoroughly entertaining musical I've seen in quite some time. Don't miss this show.”
SEATTLEACTOR.COM
 
“The clever, comic book-steeped story was worth the wait… catchy tunes, killer voices and tons of personality in this sharp, imaginative show made by talented people and I'm looking forward to seeing what they do next.”
CITYARTS

“Huertas’s book and lyrics are clever and funny and touching, his indie-rock songs grow catchier with each listen, and the message this coming-of-age tale has to impart is a powerful one. Under Brandon Ivie’s excitingly ingenious direction, Lizard Boy’s three stars do absolutely sensational work, as actors, as singers, as musicians, and as choreographed fighters. Entertaining and empowering in equal measure, Lizard Boy looks to be the season’s breakout San Diego smash.”
STAGE SCENE LA

“Lizard Boy has come to save us!... It's always exciting when the new bit of awesomeness to hit the theater scene comes to Seattle first. Such is the case with the brand new fairly impossible to classify musical Lizard Boy written, composed and starring the uber-talented Justin Huertas… a completely fresh and original show with wonderfully inventive staging… a perfect storm of musical theater… Don't walk, run (or fly) to get your tickets”
BROADWAYWORLD.COM

“Impressive Marvel Comics mayhem with hip, hit-pop tunes…its writer-composer-star is a charmer… the crowd was howling with laughter… a shot of ferocious and funny Adrenalin.”
SEATTLE TIMES

“A bona fide hit!”
CROSSCUT

“It deserves a life beyond Seattle, and I strongly suspect it will have one, just as I expect Huertas to have a long and illustrious career…”
TALKINBROADWAY.COM

 “Compelling theater… versatile, talented performers…”
SEATTLE PI

“Expertly done. It really has to be seen to be believed.”
SEATTLE WEEKLY
 
“Touches of genius in this… The characters are well acted, the dialogue and delivery is funny, and ultimately moving… haunting, witty and incredibly creative… I never took my eyes off the stage.”
BALLARD NEWS TRIBUNE

“An avidly entertaining show.”
ENCORE ARTS

“A stage experience that is an explosion of young talent, one of those presentations that reminds you of what a splendid theatre community Seattle is… the music soars and together the ambitious, bright, talented trio causes the theatre to vibrate.”
ARTS STAGE

“Justin Huertas throws one crazy coming out party with his raw, exciting premiere of Lizard Boy… a cockeyed blend of social commentary, high-tech romance, comic book super-hero clashes and a rock and roll showcase… entertaining and remarkably original… a real joy… self-assured, high energy and quite charming… wonderfully exuberant and just plain fun.”
DRAMA IN THE HOOD

“Cheers, laughter and plenty of applause… a unique theater experience… May we all recognize the creativity of youth as displayed onstage in this production and find that creative joy again and again in all aspects of our lives.”
EXAMINER

“Wow n’ shit… Comic books + theatre = ingenious idea… Theatre! Rah rah! Brilliant! Genius! You only wish you were so enlightened and stuff!... it’s like, whoa dude, full of meaning and spandex and hot guys and a hot chick and seriously, fuckin’ rock cello so filthy sweet that even your bro dudes will dig, you dig? So take yourself out of your book and see that shit before it’s too late and then you can be at least as cool as us.”
SEATTLE STAR

“Smart, charming and – perhaps most impressively – concise genre fare.”
BLOGCRITICS.COM

“Lizard Boy triumphs… tremendous… quadruple threats.”
EXAMINER