“What sets Alex’s work apart from many other clowns that I have seen, is that it’s not just a collection of comic bits – he spins the bits into yarns and weaves those into a moving story. And storytelling is something he’s really, really good at.” – Daniel Stein, performance artist / Guggenheim Fellow
“With Chalk, Alex Curtis draws us into his world with heart and humor. His inventive use of a few simple props combined with his deft mastery of movement tells a story that leaves the audience both laughing and sighing. Chalk appeals to the romantic in all of us and Curtis is not to be missed.” – Christine Stevens, delighted audience member
“Chalk is a true gem in a time where imagination and innovation are often absent in the theatre. Alex Curtis captures raw emotion and the human experience in ways that few other productions and performers are capable of. A must see for all ages and any occasion! Don’t miss out!!! What are you waiting for?? Get your tickets now!!!!” – Steven Epstein, audience member & family man
“Alex Curtis’ masterful, wordless performance will disarm you with its poignancy. In the rich world of Chalk, small victories are cause for great celebration, and a hand-drawn radio can break your heart. Its joy is contagious. If you’ve ever had your heartstrings tugged by a Pixar short, you’ll fall in love with Chalk.”– Lee LeBreton, actor / creator & performer of “The Myth of Iphis”
“Chalk is wildly entertaining! Alex is an inventive, engaging performer, and the play is as moving as it is hilarious. Alex engages the audience in using their imagination as they journey with him through the story. Kids love how funny and playful it is, while it pulls on the heart strings of the adults. I think everyone can take something from it.” – Natalie Dryer, Education Coordinator – Trinity Repertory Company
“It feels like a particular gift when theater makers remember that the kind of play we do on stage isn’t so different from the kind of play we did as children. Chalk, by Alex Curtis, not only remembers this, but revels in it. The one-man clown show, while seemingly sweet and straightforward, makes magic of the ordinary and dazzles with the mundane. Some chalk, a coat rack, a spray bottle, and a sweet-faced man play beautifully together, reminding the audience that with a little imagination, simplicity can be the seed of boundless joy.” – Sylvia Kates, actress / founding member of Light Fantastic Theatre
“Alex Curtis’ ‘Chalk‘ is both original and nostalgic, elegant and brave. In a time of cynicism and fads, it takes us through love and heartbreak with a simple elegance and for its short running time, we become kids for a little while, thankful for the heart’s capacity for pain and elation. It’s a beautiful fable. Something to throw your arms around and hug.” – Daniel Duque-Estrada, actor / company member at Dallas Theatre Center, Oregon Shakespeare Festival
“Chalk is mesmerizing. Alex’s stunning performance reminds me that the wonderment of humanity moves far beyond our ability to express ourselves through verbal dialogue.” – Catherine DuPont, Actress / Creator & Performer of “ORANGES“