PRESS

INDIGO

“Conceived by Jay Kuo, Lorenzo Thione and Davis, produced by special arrangement with Sing Out, Louise! Productions, and fluidly directed by Catie Davis, “Indigo” tells a refreshing, multigenerational tale of a bruised, broken yet resilient family on the path of reconciliation.” – Russell Florence Jr., Dayton.com

INDIGO

“The production at Human Race is directed by Catie Davis, who supplies organic blocking and realistic relationships. The transitions to and from the few scenes that take place outside the house are handled smoothly, and the tone of the piece is respectful to the material and themes.” – Scott Cait, Talkin’ Broadway

THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN

“With bold creative choices and skillful stage direction, Director Catie Davis evokes the energy and intensity of an Olympic gymnastics competition, deftly shifting the focus between characters. She finds the balance that the show needs to be effective and to keep it an ensemble piece.” - Bridgette M. Redman, Arts Advocate & Journalist

THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN

“The right idea for a new musical is about half the battle for it to be a commercial success. The other half, of course, is getting the writing and music right. In the case of The Flint Repertory Theatre’s world premiere of The Magnificent Seven, the production team has gotten this work about the 1996 Olympic Gymnastics team very right.” – David Kiley, Encore Michigan

THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN

“…this stunning production captures the story of the 1996 U.S. World Gymnastics Team as they compete for Olympic Gold on the world stage.  It is intriguing, entertaining, and most of all a deep dive into the pressure and pleasure of world competition, all set to music…Wonderfully directed by Catie Davis and choreographed by Duane Lee Holland Jr., the play moves smoothly and with rhythmic synchrony.” – Kathleen Kirby, Flint Area Theatres

EMPATH

"Sauvage is a charismatic man and he definitely has a gift for writing, speaking and healing… The direction by Catie Davis was well done as well as the fabulous lighting and sound design is by Broadway’s Jake DeGroot.” – Suzanna Bowling, Times Square Chronicles 2018

EMPATH

“Open about his own anxieties and perpetual self‑doubt, Mr. Sauvage becomes surprisingly vulnerable for a spiritual guide. He is personable and endearingly relatable throughout, and his humor and warmth bring levity to the more intimidating aspects of his declared powers. “Empath” feels less about psychic powers than about the man who purports to live with them. It is an incredible yet charming story of self‑discovery.” – James Bartholomew, All About Solo 2018

EMPATH

“At first glance, Empath’s existence as a theatrical show may seem contrived or puzzling, casting understated personal narrative against a field of cultural skepticism. Yet if we strip down “theatre” to the shared act of distilling, embodying, and observing the human condition, and achieving connection through such means, this very guilelessness makes Empath theatre in its purest form. Belief systems notwithstanding, the show’s message is universal: while our feelings may seem difficult, oppressive, or inexplicable, we have the right to each one of them and to choose how we approach them. In a tense and disconnected world, this acknowledgement is profound, as much a reassurance as an affirmation of our power.” – Emily Cordes, Theatre Is Easy 2018