DEAR WORLD:

"McGovern's voice is fantastic; . . .the self-described "singer who acts" handles the acting with incredible grace, humor and fire."

"Aurelia does not seem like a delusional old fool who won't face reality; instead, she is an idealist who truly believes -- and convinces the audience -- that one person can change the world.. . ."Dear World" has ample great humor, but it is the gentle, poignant moments that will stick with you. Such a lovely show; I hope the world appreciates it."
- Eric D. Snider, The Daily Herald

"McGovern is a pleasure to watch in the lead role. . .McGovern still shines; her very presence is engaging."

". . . hearing McGovern sing such underappreciated gems as "Each Tomorrow Morning," "I Don't Want to Know," "And I Was Beautiful" and "Kiss Her Now" is a grand treat. . .families will enjoy it, and it is worth the price of admission. Hello, Maureen."
- Celia R. Baker, The Salt Lake Tribune

"The internationally acclaimed Maureen McGovern tackles the lead role of the charismatic Countess Aurelia, the Madwoman of Chaillot, with aplomb. Her clear diction and powerful voice are gorgeous, but so too is her acting.. . ."

"A masterful presence on the stage, McGovern's Countess is zany and loveable, but also entirely credible. By the production's finale, one has the distinct impression that she is not actually mad, but simply chooses to live in a world she can control..."
-Alex Fuller, The Park Record

"Maureen McGovern does a credible job as Countess Aurelia, the Madwoman of Chaillot. Her vocal talent is clearly evident as she flawlessly covers the range of emotion in a number of difficult arrangements."

"As a show that offers something new, and some visual and musical candy, it's a good one. There are also some bawdy chucklers, and some great lines. . ."
- Sharon Haddock, Deseret News

"In addition to the six soldiers, we also meet Billy Bridges' mother, played by legendary singer Maureen McGovern. McGovern, who exhibits enormous acting skills as well as stunning vocal power, frames the piece with visits to her son's name on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. These scenes, taken directly from a mother's letters, are incredibly moving."
-Terry Byrne, Boston Herald

"Everyone should see "Letters From 'Nam"...A great new theater piece, more relevant now than it was before!"

"Maureen McGovern is a joy to watch. . . she is given great material and steals our hearts. . . .Her "There Will Still Be Christmas" is a showstopper."
-Ryan Defoe -Talkin Broadway

 

"Direct, innocent, uncensored and heartbreaking...adapted with sensitivity and dramatic skill"

"McGovern clearly believes in her omnipresent role, bringing to it a strong vocal and personal presence".
-Markland Taylor, Variety

 

"It would be hard to get any more American than "Letters From 'Nam" ...unabashedly patriotic, surprisingly upbeat."

"Veteran chanteuse Maureen McGovern, herself no slouch in the vocal department, stands in for the homefront correspondents in general and one doomed chopper pilot’s mom in particular."
-Carolyn Clay, Boston Phoenix

 

"A powerful, poignant musical play...deserves to be seen and appreciated."

"The estimable chanteuse Maureen McGovern is in superb voice as Eleanor Bridges, the mother of helicopter pilot William bridges, who counts down the days until her son's return."
-Rich Fahey, Daily Item (Lynn, MA)

 

"Cathartic...an overwhelming remembrance...Truth is what "Letters From 'Nam" is all about."

"The entire cast's singing and acting is powerful. McGovern runs an emotional gamut as mother Eleanor Bridges."
-Shelia Barth, Salem Evening News

 

"This is an important, impressive, and most moving theatre-going experience, well worth seeing."

"And as for the very talented and compassionate Maureen McGovern, [she] proves that she still has a magnificent and powerful voice and gets to really shine with the songs "Time Heals'" and especially the heart-string-pulling "There Will Still Be Christmas."
- Paul McMahon, Bay Windows

 

"The important thing. . .is that this production, much like the letters it was based on, is much more than a history book. It's a living message."

"Maureen McGovern does an excellent job playing the mothers, girlfriends and children of the characters, primarily through voice."
-Carley Thornell, Lawrence Eagle Tribune