As Lucille Frank, Lori L’Italien served as the perfect counterpart to Schuler’s sensitive and beautiful treatment. L’Italien’s voice is absolutely beautiful; clear and strong with the confidence and control of a very accomplished performer. Together they were an unmatched pair.” – Boston Theatre Review
“L’Italien is the true star in this performance; she is breathtaking in every moment, and I wish DeMita had focused more on telling her story through each scene. As my friend stated, “Most thespians and theatre aficionados grossly mis-categorize Parade. It’s the Lucille Frank Show.” L’Italien convinces me that this show is her story, and she has everything of a star performer. L’Italien’s singing is simply stunning, and, late in the first act, I started counting my goosebumps. More on that later. Take note: L’Italien is more than worth the price of admission.” - My Entertainment World (Brian Balduzzi)
“This handsome young couple [Schuler & L’Italien] make beautiful music together. Their voices soar, outlining their pain, frustration, fear, determination, and admiration for each other. – Theatre Mirror
“Adam Schuler as Leo Frank and Lori L’Italien as Lucille Frank offer fine voices and acting. L’Italien is operatically trained and her voice and phrasing exemplify her training and experience.” – Boston Area Small Press and Poetry Scene
“L’Italien conveys deep reservoirs of strength, and the two [L’Italien and Schuler] deliver truly tender moments, especially in the song ‘All the Wasted Time.'” – Edge
Boston
“Lori L’Italien makes a very convincing transformation from unassuming Southern Jewish wife to determined defender of her husband and his innocence. Big-voiced L’Italien’s impassioned “You Don’t Know This Man” and her lyrical duet with Schuler on “All the Wasted Time” are very moving highlights.” – Bay State Banner
