2012 – 2015 Past Productions:
PRODUCTION HISTORY
BIKE SHOP -produced by TNC in 2015 began as a solo show created by and starring Elizabeth Barkan. It has now been expanded into a 4-person musical, and directed by Gretchen Cryer.
Reviews
“Ms. Barkan performs a multitude of characters with enthusiasm and grace captivating her audience from beginning to end.”
– Hi! Drama Theater Review KRISTIN HARDWICK
” Her charisma and willingness to take risks is not only admirable but stretches her already impressive range of talent to new levels.”
– Courtney Marie: theaterscene.net
“The show is sweet, and funny, and [Barkan] plays a variety of roles, the most amusing of which is a slightly crazed Spinning Rabbi, a great big valentine to bikes and their riders” –
GRACE LICHTENSTEIN – NY Books Examiner
“Barkan’s confidence radiates”. “Exuberant and vivacious…and aptly so, “Bike Shop” is a musical!” – @stagebuddy “Bike Shop’ Sings Cycling’s Praises on the Stage, Who knew cycling could be so liberating — and devoid of controversy? A charming Elizabeth Barkan, the show’s creator and star, plays Bobby, who works at her family’s bike store in Williamsburg”
-SUZANE ERozdeba – NY IMES
“I sincerely applaud Elizabeth [Barkan] for having the courage to mount such an ambitious and uninhibited performance. I also applaud her creativity and admire her obvious commitment”-
BSNYC Culture Desk
“Bike Shop’ is a full circle trip from damage to repair”
www.thevillager.com
Hi! Drama Reviewed BIKE SHOP“ – Ms. Barkan performs a multitude of characters with enthusiasm and grace captivating her audience from beginning to end.” It is that good!
KRISTIN HARDWICK – Hi! Drama Theater
Interviews
New York magazine Bedford + Bowery.
Q&A: The League of American Bicyclists Q&A:
The League of American Bicyclists
An interview with Bicycle Retailer Magazine featuring Elizabeth Barkan
Featured interview with BikeNYC.org .BikeNYC.org .