The Last Five Years Reviews
Stage Scene LA- Highly Recommended
"...The Last Five Years, Jason Robert Brown's exquisite musical two-hander, showcases UCLA talent to stunning effect as part of Pacific Resident Theatre's Sunday Concert Series in the company's newly inaugurated intimate cabaret space."
Stage Raw- Somewhat Recommended
"...It is an interesting conceit, but a confusing one to watch and make sense of in real time. Brown's music hearkens back to the time, reminiscent of an Ally McBeal score. In that it is nostalgic, even pretty, but the lyrics veer between poignant and plain. Since the show is essentially comprised of musical monologues, it is easy to tune out during moments of exposition; there isn't a lot, it's mostly general emotion. And if you're not familiar with the musical beforehand, no one could blame you for the misapprehension that the show is linear for quite some time."