CORRIERE DI CHIERI — July 2022

CRONACA QUI TORINO — June 2022

THINKING THEATER NYC — April 2022 — review

“Ravera and Chinworth deliver dazzling performances.”

“captivating and impactful”

“make this a universe in which you decide to see this marvelous production.”

Full article https://www.thinkingtheaternyc.com/2022/04/review-stellar-constellations.html

LA VOCE DI NEW YORK — APRIL 2022—REVIEW

“Shining stars Francesca Ravera and Michael Chinworth sparkle on the stage at the Gene Frankel Theatre”

“Francesca Ravera has ‘constellations’ in her eyes, that cut through the darkness with all of their powerful intensity, you can’t miss them, you won’t forget them.”

“Go see it if you are thirsty with wonder.”

full article https://lavocedinewyork.com/en/arts/2022/04/18/constellations-brings-freshness-buoyant-youth-and-new-life-to-the-british-play/

CORRIERE DI CHIERI—November, 2021—interview

LA VOCE DI NEW YORK—September, 2021—review

“As per Una, Ravera is impressive in swiftly moving her character from childlike naivety, to prepubescent romanticism; from restlessness to distress. Her body on stage performs, rather than just recounting, the inevitable consequences of Peter’s misdeeds. Further, Ravera’s diligent deliveries manage for some dry humour to cut through the negative affect of the play.”

Full review: https://www.lavocedinewyork.com/en/arts/2021/09/19/blackbird-at-the-new-ohio-theater-reckoning-with-trauma-and-its-aftermath/?fbclid=IwAR3L_UDJbyY7dqlfFW1Yb1rG20gqUawJ9JIsTusCoRmD2x_bpTXv1nIEVlY

THEATER THAT MATTERS—SEPTEMBER, 2021, review

“Ravera seems to have truly connected with Una (…) Her pain and yearning are palpable, which draws the audience to her and brings some sense of reality to the piece. Her vulnerability,her greatest strength, and her need for Ray are tangible which allows us to identify with her struggles well.”

Full review https://theaterthatmatters.com/2021/09/24/blackbird-soars-almost/

TALKIN’ BROADWAY—September, 2021—review

“thoughtfully directed and grippingly performed”

“mounted with a level of original thinking and professionalism that many a Broadway production would do well to emulate.”

Full review: https://www.talkinbroadway.com/page/ob/09_16_21.html?fbclid=IwAR0PK-EoOhcDr8XXCaDaZh-nrfkDW9ngpxB5h1aR749Pf21M4NaHI1DHYHo

JOLI EN STYLE MAGAZINE— October, 2019

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THE INDEPENDENT CRITIC — August, 2019

Review of Claire

“Still relatively early in its indie festival run, the 13-minute short film Claire has already picked up a slew of festival awards with several recognizing the fine work of Francesca Ravera in the title role of Claire, whose actions throughout the film exude a sort of mysterious remembrance and sense of melancholy.”

Full review here: https://theindependentcritic.com/claire

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THE 730 REVIEW — August, 2019

Review of Espresso

“CUE: A COLLECTIVE JAW DROP. SHE’S GOT COJONES”

“COSMIC CHEMISTRY OF THE TWO ACTORS: A DUET OF THE DIVINE”

“The intrinsic intimacy of the story evolving in real-time never falters, as both actor and actress are not afraid to play in this play, enjoying themselves in the script’s effortless poeticism. It is a delightful dramatic manifestation of what the Italians themselves coined as sprezzatura: studied elegance, careful grace, the smartest and sexiest kind of conscious finesse that champions the connection between the playwright’s mind, the actor’s body, and the character’s soul, thoughts, words, and dreams.”

Full review here: https://www.the730review.co.uk/2019/08/07/espresso-nyc-urban-stages-premiere/

BROADWAYWORLD — August, 2019

Francesca Ravera announced to star in NYC premiere of Espresso

“The play follows Rosa Dolores, a first generation Canadian, and her Italian family, in a complex story that explores the relationship of Christianity and sexuality. Ravera will take on the lead role of Rosa, as well as the roles of Nonna and Cinzella, as the story of her family is told from Rosa's perspective. Sharing in the narration of the story alongside Rosa is Amante (Jesse Koehler), who serves as both the Holy Spirit and a symbol of Eros.”

Full article here: https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-broadway/article/Actress-Francesca-Ravera-Stars-In-NYC-Premiere-Of-ESPRESSO-20190730

THEATER MANIA — August, 2019

Cast announced for NYC Premiere of Lucia Frangione’s Espresso

https://www.theatermania.com/shows/new-york-city-theater/off-broadway/espresso_330310

Also featured on

STAGEBUDDY

https://stagebuddy.com/event/espresso

CITY GUIDE NY

https://www.cityguideny.com/event/Urban-Stages--2019-08-05-2019-08-05

TG News — June, 2019

Francesca Ravera interviewed by Marzia De Giuli

TEATRI ONLINE — June 2019

Italian Tour of The Way We Get By

Full article https://www.teatrionline.com/2019/06/the-way-we-get-by/

Broadwayworld, Francesca Ravera announced to lead in European Tour of The Way We Get By

“Following a very successful run at New York City's Urban Stages, in the spring of 2019, the enthusiasm that ensued from the public and critics earned The Way We Get By an Italian tour, with performances in Turin, Genoa and Milan.”

“The play, written by American playwright Neil LaBute will be performed in English . 'I'm extremely grateful for the opportunity to bring this play to an Italian audience - Ravera says - I believe that representing the work of an American author in its original language, featuring characters and a vocabulary that are typically American, offers the audience an interesting and enriching experience.' “

Full Article here: https://www.broadwayworld.com/italy/article/Italian-Actress-Francesca-Ravera-To-Lead-In-European-Tour-Of-THE-WAY-WE-GET-BY-20190616

Rome Prisma Film Award

“This short film makes you feel exactly this way, doing it with a cold cinematography, a slow-paced rhythm through the very beautiful face of the leading actress Francesca Ravera, that is really able to portray a complex psychological character.”

Full review here: https://www.romeprismafilmawards.com/2019/05/11/claire-by-andrea-silvestro/

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Merinenews.com

“The versatile, gifted Ravera's natural talent and hard-earned dramatic skills allow her to move effortlessly between stage and screen, an ability that steadily enhances her already formidable professional reputation.”

Full article: http://www.merinews.com/article/actor-francesca-ravera-combines-classic-style-and-bold-experimentation/15935118.shtml

La voe di New York

“there is a stinging revelation from Ravera’s Beth that she skillfully conveys in her acting which ranges from youthful language to a young woman on the path to maturity.”

“fine acting with superb comic and dramatic timing from Ravera.”

Full review here: https://www.lavocedinewyork.com/en/arts/2019/04/11/when-love-disappoints-you-the-way-we-get-by/

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Local Theatre NY

“Beth (played by Ravera) is sassy, sexy, and full of enthusiasm as the coy young woman that has just bedded Doug.”

“As Beth, Ravera pulls all the stops. Her performance is natural, very believable, with a sweet mix of vulnerability and strength that is perfect for this character.”

Full review here: https://www.localtheatreny.com/single-post/2019/04/15/THE-WAY-WE-GET-BY-is-a-Solid-Show-at-Urban-Stages

Eljnyc

“Entertaining!”

Read full review: http://www.eljnyc.com/offbway.html

La Voce di New York, Francesca Ravera announced to star in The way we get by

Full article here: https://www.lavocedinewyork.com/events/italian-actress-francesca-ravera-stars-in-neil-labutes-the-way-we-get-by/

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BROADWAY WORLD, cast announced for The Way we get by

Full article here: https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-broadway/article/THE-WAY-WE-GET-BY-Comes-to-Urban-Stages-20190317

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STAGE BUDDY

Full article here: https://stagebuddy.com/event/the-way-we-get-by

MEDIUM.COM interview

“Since making the previously challenging decision to follow her dreams, actress Francesca Ravera has been well rewarded, and in little to no time at all she’s become a known figure on both the stage and screen. Over that last year she has come to amass an impressive body of work that spans the stage and screen.”

“Andrea Zirio, who co-wrote and produced the film, explains, “We were in the preproduction stage and we were looking to complete the cast but we couldn’t find any good actress to fit the role of Scilla. Finally we heard about Francesca, a young girl perfect for the role… We asked her for a self tape audition and we were very impressed by her performance. We decided to take her right away… we made an excellent choice.””

“With several acclaimed projects under her belt, and many more in the works, it is clear that following her dreams has paid off for talented actress Francesca Ravera.”

Full interview: https://medium.com/@portialeigh1/fueled-by-a-dream-italian-actress-francesca-ravera-5add75100ea7

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La Repubblica, interview

F magazine, interview

LA STAMPA on Francesca starring role in Creature of The Night

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MEDIUM, interview to Francesca Ravera

“Whether appearing on stage or screen, Francesca Ravera was always destined to be an actor. An accomplished player whose recent theatrical work in New York has established her as a significant force to be reckoned with, Ravera brings a profound depth of commitment and creativity to every role she plays.”

“This appealing, highly valuable quality typifies Ravera’s work, as ‘Two Rooms’ director André Vauthey explains: “As the lead actress, her role [Lainie] required great depth and a huge emotional range, as well as being able to carry the entire play. Francesca surprised me by her range of emotions, sensitivity and yet strength to really hold the play together. She was outstanding in her performance. It is really rare to work with someone who can be sensitive, fragile and emotionally available and still be strong enough to carry the whole show on her shoulders.””

Full article https://medium.com/@jwhitesidelaweekly/actor-francesa-ravera-excels-on-stage-and-screen-a1fb792e43f9

LOCAL THEATRE NY Interview about Francesca’s leading role in The Nina Variations

Full interview: https://www.localtheatreny.com/single-post/2018/12/06/THE-NINA-VARIATIONS-POSES-UNIQUE-ACTING-CHALLENGES

LOCAL THEATRE NY

Review of The Nina Variations

“What happens to the characters with each transition is clear, entertaining, and clever. Every actor should see this play.”

Full review: https://www.localtheatreny.com/single-post/2018/12/06/THE-NINA-VARIATIONS-POSES-UNIQUE-ACTING-CHALLENGES

BROADWAY WORLD, Cast announced for The Nina Variaitons

Full article: https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-off-broadway/regional/The-Nina-Variations-272841

Also featured on

STAGE BUDDY

Full article: https://stagebuddy.com/event/the-nina-variations

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LA STAMPA, interview

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TORINO TODAY, Announced Cast for Ulysses: a Dark Odyssey

Full article: http://www.torinotoday.it/cronaca/riprese-film-odissea-torino-ulysses-dark-odissey-.html