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Jean Smart's 'Call Me Izzy' Highlights Trend of Solo Broadway Shows

Established actors like Jean Smart are taking center stage in solo Broadway productions, with her performance in 'Call Me Izzy' garnering mixed reviews.

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  • Jean Smart stars in her debut solo Broadway show 'Call Me Izzy', showcasing her talent in a unique format.
  • The play blends comedic and serious elements, starting with humor and culminating in a more somber tone.
  • Smart's performance has been described as powerful, elevating the play despite its mixed reviews.
  • The ambiguous ending of 'Call Me Izzy' invites audience discussion but may also risk alienating viewers.
  • With a career spanning over 50 years and multiple Emmy Awards, Smart's choice for this role raises questions about her artistic direction.
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Emphasizes the blend of humor and intensity in 'Call Me Izzy,' which premiered June 12.

"But even if these powder-room reveries aren’t a royal flush, “Call Me Izzy” still has a lot in its tank."

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"Smart draws us in with an amazing grace and good humor that in real life would make for fine best friend material."

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