“It starts with Sarah Tanner’s set, Nikki Belenski’s lighting design and Dave Early’s projections, all of which hit you like a wave when you sit down before the actors arrive. The set unleashes a Caribe vibe on you that makes you want to open the Expedia app on your phone before the show starts to check prices for a blue-water getaway.”

Once On This Island

at Encore Musical Theatre Company

David Kiley Encore Michigan

February 25, 2023

“Lighting design by Nikki Belenski and projections by Dave Early look lush and colorful and help evoke the mood in each location.”…”From the moment you enter the theater, with it’s hurricane tossed belongings surrounding you,”

Once On This Island

at Encore Musical Theatre Company

ronannarbor Mostly Musical Theatre

March 3, 2023

“Lighting by Nikki Belenski sizzles”

Mamma Mia

at Encore Musical Theatre Company

Nate Adams The Only Critic

June 20, 2022