~Reviews~
For RENT,
National Tour (February – September 2006)
“Ryness has a strong, rugged, offbeat presence, and he can tear into a song as aggressively as he can whisper a ballad.”
Anthony Del Valle, Las Vegas Review Journal.
“The star of this production is Bryce Ryness as the tormented songwriter Roger. Ryness
has a fine voice, and he conveyed his character's extremes of feeling without overdoing
it.”
David Lewellen, Milwaukee Journal-Sentinal.
"... a dynamic and exciting performance... Bryce Ryness has the trap role, requiring a negative
energy that still polarizes our sympathy; he pulls it off brilliantly."
Berkshire Bright Focus.
“…
Bryce Ryness as Roger genuinely roots
the show
in strong vocals and acting talent.” Aimee A. Pine,
Stage Door Chicago
“Bryce Ryness captures the rock-star glamour and intense singing of Roger Davis
with
real charisma…” Laurence Vittes, Hollywood Reporter
“Bryce
Ryness delivered a sincere portrayal of the brooding Roger. Ryness' vocals
provided
the perfect
range
of sorrow and rage, supported by wise
acting choices…”
Jeffrey E. McCants, StarTribune (Minneapolis, St. Paul)
For Floyd Collins, West Coast
Ensemble, Los Angeles
Ovation Award Nomination, Best
Actor
“The standout
of the production is Bryce Ryness, who is outstanding
as Floyd. Ryness imbues
Floyd with boyish charm and idealism that, meshed with his stunning
voice, makes him perfect
to lead the show… it’s Ryness who will keep you glued to your seat.”
Jeffrey Epstein, Out.com
In the title role, Bryce Ryness exudes charisma and sings beautifully. He poignantly conveys Floyd’s contradictory emotions: exuberance, fear, sorrow, panic, despair, and ultimately acceptance.
Les Spindle, Backstage West
“… we meet charismatic Collins (Bryce Ryness)… the highlight of the production. Ryness’ body language during his claustrophobic journey is amazingly adroit, and he does a multidimensional job of making us feel Floyd’s emotions…There’s something so real and chokingly poignant about Ryness’ portrayal… Show stopping numbers are… Ryness’ “The Call”.
Joel Hirshhorn, Variety.com
“… Ryness’ strong character development and chemistry with his fellow actors holds our interest ‘till the end.”
Miriam Jacobson, LA Weekly