Directing Buzz
The Mystery of Irma Vep
Virginia Stage Company
Rollicking send-up at The Wells
"This production, proudly presented by Virginia Stage Company, and directed with clinical comedic precision is on target. It floats in laughter and bubbly fun. Mr. Clavelli has offered us a production of collaborative unity that we seldom see in Hampton Roads."
Loessin At Large
90.3 WHRO-FM
Irma Vep, A Romp
"Stunningly Choreographed by Chris Clavelli."
Anne Smith
Press Republican
The House of Blue Leaves
Two River Theatre Company
Crazy 'House': Comedy and mayhem blend in revival of Guare play
"But Guare didn't want to write a door slamming, free -wheeling comedy; he shows that the American Family isn't just comic, but dangerous, too. Director Chris Clavelli, who easily mines every laugh that the play warrants, makes the adjustment quite well."
Peter Filichia
The Star Ledger
Rounding Third
Florida Repertory Theatre
See it Now!
"Under the sure-handed direction of Chris Clavelli,"Rounding Third" is a fast paced, laugh out loud, unexpectedly touching production."
Tiffany Yates
Naples Daily News/Critic's Picks
Angela's Flying Bed
New York Fringe Festival, 2007
A Delight
"Chris Clavelli cleverly directs his cast of characters through this amiable tale."
Josephine Cashman
NY Theatre.com
Sideman
Florida Repertory Theatre
'Sideman' toast of the town.
"Superbly acted and imaginatively staged by Chris Clavelli."
Drew Sterwald
The News Press
Rough Crossing
Virginia Stage Company
Anything But a Rough Crossing
"But the actors make it all seem perfectly normal. That feat, accomplished individually and as an ensemble, is what makes this production steam. Give director Chris Clavelli considerable credit."
B. D. Delaney
Portfolio Weekly
Vaudeville
The Virginia stage Company
Vaudeville works at The Wells
"Director Chris Clavelli keeps the fast paced business coming in layers of comedic detail."
B. D. Delaney
Portfolio Weekly
Vaudeville has a crisp pace and good performances
"Most impressively, this is one of the crisply paced shows of recent VSC outings…"
Mal Vincent
The Virginian Pilot
Proposals
The Depot Theatre
Simon Comedy hits all the right marks
"…is cleverly and honestly staged, with each cast member fully capable of combining Simon's wit with his warm charm."
Bob Rose
Special to The Post Star
Almost, Maine
Florida Repertory Theatre
as splendidly unpredictable and magical as falling in love.
"And if there's any justice in the world, it'll enjoy as successful a run this month at Florida Rep as it did Off-Broadway last year. This sextet of actors is perfect for this understated, little gem of a play, and director Chris Clavelli has coaxed performances that are touching, humorous, and totally believable, despite the magic realism of the script."
Nancy Stetson
Florida Weekly
Maine Magic
"Director Chris Clavelli keeps the scenes flowing at a brisk but appropriate pace. If you linger too long on gossamer material, it begins to unravel. His decision to costume the stagehands changing the set in parkas was clever and added another layer to the staging."
Drew Sterwald
The News Press
Midwinter Nights Dream
"The precise, clean, bracing direction by Chris Clavelli has all the integrity that this magical script deserves."
Marsha Wagner
Fort Myers Beach Observer
Proof
Depot Theater
Proof' proves to be entertaining
"Chris Clavelli does a superlative job of inspiring the cast and fascinating the audience."
Bob Rose
Special to The Post Star
Stones in His Pockets
The Depot Theatre
Stones: hilarious and emotionally touching …
"The Depot's inspiring production heightens that status thanks to these two extremely clever actors and their fine director, Chris Clavelli, who is well known for his many talents at The Depot."
Bob Rose
Special to The Post Star
An evening of funny, touching and unusual entertainment.'
"Mr. Clavelli has done a fine job of directing the piece. It's very well staged, the characters believable, and the action never confusing. By the end of the evening we feel we've met a whole stage full of people, not just two."
Connie Meng,
North Country Public Radio
Six Dance lessons in Six Weeks
Florida Repertory Theatre
Sweet funny lessons
"Director Chris Clavelli has chosen to play it straight, the result is that lines often get a laugh that are not laugh lines."
Tiffany Yates
Naples News
The Drawer Boy
The Depot Theatre
A Touching Production
"Mr. Clavelli has done a masterful job of staging and directing this complex play, especially considering the rehearsal period of only nine days. His choice of music adds a great deal. He and his strong cast are able to communicate the subtleties of these complex characters."
Connie Meng
North Country Public Radio
Trying
The Florida Repertory Theatre
Wonderful night of theatre
"Chris Clavelli has directed this play with a sure and skilled hand, never letting it drift into sappy sentimentality. These are real, flesh-and-blood people with hidden fears and dreams; their banter never grows cute or sit-com- esque."
Nancy Stetson
Florida Weekly
A thing of Joy and Beauty
"Glass's hyper-literate script contains a grammar lesson within its pages; director Chris Clavelli crafts the ebb and flow of "Trying" with all the taut intensity of a prize fight, albeit one broken by frequent peals of laughter for the sparkling dialogue."
Chris Silk
Naples Daily News
Big Love
Theatre South Carolina
Big Love Delivers Big Laughs
"Big Love now playing at The Longstreet Theatre is a big hit."
Francee Levin
University of South Carolina Times
Santaland Diaries
Florida Repertory Theatre
A New Santaland
"Clavelli goes in another direction, focusing instead on the humour and story telling of the piece. It feels like a completely different show;bigger, louder, funnier and bursting with snarky commentary."
FChris Silk
Naples Daily News
A Streetcar Named Desire
Theatre South Carolina
Spot on Williams
"Director Chris Clavelli casting for the play was spot-on. This is the first time the play has been cast with two African-American women as the lead sisters."
Rebecca Krumel
The Daily Gamecock