What the critics have to say...

 

 

As Angel in the world premiere of
"Matthew Modine Saves the Alpacas”

 


Geffen Playhouse
Sept. 16 – Aug. 18, 2009

 

 

         

                                                                                                                           




Edward Padilla, French Stewart, Me, Mark Damon Espinoza, and Matthew Modine

                                               


“The Chimborazzi tribe – led by brothers Abraham (Edward Padilla), Santos (Mark Damon Espinoza), with entertaining assistance by Angel (Reggie De Leon) – Terri Roberts,
TheatreMania.com

 

“Along for the ride is the brilliant French Stewart of Third Rock from the Sun, and of course some natives (Edward Padilla, Mark Fite, Mark Damon Espinoza and the funny Reggie De Leon). – Robert Machray, Stage Mage

 

“The actors playing the tribesmen [sort of a Latin-American Three Stooges; played by Edward Padilla, Mark Damon Espinoza, and Reggie De Leon] are also funny” – Les Spindle, Backstage

 

“De Leon, Espinoza, and Padilla make for a wonderfully goofy trio of Andes Indians, a sort of South American Three Stooges.” – Steven Stanley, StageSceneLA.com

 

 

As Oliver/E-Mail in
“Internet Dating: The Musical”




art/works theatre
April 28 - July 29, 2006

 

 

 



Clockwise from Center:  Ali Spuck, David Eldon, Trip Hope, Suzan Solomon, Me, Ali Pomerantz, Jeffrey Landman, Jennifer Norkin, Sandy Shimoda and Kyle Nudo.


The hilarious Reggie De Leon is at his best as an email message caught in the web of a vicious computer virus”
- Les Spindle, Backstage West

"De Leon is the perennial adorable geek as he sizes up the profile of one potential online sweetie ("You Are Cute, but You Don't Know How to Spell") - Julio Martinez, Variety

"The acting is energetic and winning, especially... Reggie De Leon, who steals scenes as both an office drone and an email." - James Taylor, Theatre Talk - KCRW Radio

"Epically self-delighting Reggie De Leon and Jennifer Norkin steal the show as E-mail and computer bug" - David Nichols, La Brea Living Magazine* Critic's Choice *

"If not today, then tomorrow I expect to see... Reggie De Leon (a Lou Costello type destined for character actor heaven)... populating many of our best sitcoms." - Don Hart, Beverly Hills Outlook

“I don’t know if I’ve ever caught myself singing ‘you’re cute, but you don’t know how to spell,’ when looking over a potential internet match, but I certainly thought it and I found myself immediately caught up in this song belted out by Oliver, a pudgy, nerdy office worker played with great comedic timing by Reggie De Leon" - Lori Peters, La Splash Magazine


 

As Horton the Elephant in "Seussical: The Musical"







Covina Center for the Performing Arts

July 11 - August 17, 2008

"The performers in this piece prove top-notch. From Dennis Kyle's neatly timed Cat in the Hat, to Reggie De Leon's earnest, bashful Horton, they have great voices, and a
fine sense of ensemble to go with their individual character definition
." - Frances Baum Nicholson,
San Gabriel Valley Tribune/Pasadena Star News/Whittier Daily News





Me, Sean King as Capt. Fisby, and Kazumi Nakamura
as Lotus Blossom.

As Sakini in “Teahouse of the August Moon”



Glendale Centre Theatre
October 12 – November 19, 2005

     “Sakini, played by Reggie De Leon, emerges as the clear star, bridging both worlds as interpreter for the military and hometown resident of Tobiki. Sakini is wise and playful, clever and persuasive, helpful and at times a lovable nuisance.” - Lisa Dupuy, Glendale News-Press



As Sancho in “Man of La Mancha”


Redlands Civic Light Opera
January 25 - February 4, 2007

"Other bright lights included Reggie De Leon as Quixote's sidekick Sancho. Adding the comic relief to this often heavy plot appeared to come easily to De Leon. His delightful demeanor and easy mannerism projected beautifully on the stage and warmed the heart." - Vanessa D. Overbeck, Redlands Daily Facts

"[Quixote's] sidekick, Sancho, played by Reggie De Leon, displayed great comic timing and an excellent voice." - Frances Scoggin, San Bernardino Sun

Glendale Centre Theatre
February 16 – April 9, 2005

     "Reggie De Leon as Quixote's devoted sidekick, Sancho, Mario DiGregorio as the innkeeper at his wits end in having to deal with this gentle madman, and Matt Stevens as the padre, are crowd-pleasers in their comic relief roles." - Terri Roberts, Backstage West

     "Reggie De Leon as Sancho does deliver a lively rendition of 'I Really Like Him' in a heartwarming homage to his master." - Lisa Dupuy, Burbank Leader

Arroyo Repertory Theatre
January 18 – February 22, 2003

     "The true highlight of the show is De Leon's Sancho. His small stature overflows with an irrepresible enthusiasm that is as infectious as it is well-intentioned. He displays an exceptional voice and constant good nature. De Leon conveys his character's indefatigable love for the old knight without seeming overzealous or foolish about it. And despite the fact that he could have easily stolen every scene he was in, De Leon stuck to the role of sidekick, never overshadowing Quixote." - Daniel Lehman, A&E Editor for the Los Angeles Loyolan

     "As Sancho, De Leon is warm and funny, expressing his love for his boss in 'I Really Like Him.'" - Var Smith, Backstage West

     "Reggie De Leon does a successful job with both the songs and comedy of Sancho" - Sharon Perlmutter, Talkin' Broadway.com



With Doug Rynerson as Don Quixote, and
Monet Hurst-Mendoza as the Mule.



As LeFou in the West Coast Regional Premiere of
“Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”


Sam Zeller as Gaston, Dustin Ceithamer as Monsieur D'arque and I singing
"Maison Des Lunes."

     "Reggie De Leon was superb as the loyal but put upon sidekick of Gaston, LeFou."  - Jules E. Beuck & Rose Botkin-Beuck, B Notes 55 on DaBelly.com



California Theatre for the Performing Arts
September 21 - 26, 2004







From Left to Right: Paul Pakler as Dopey, Noah Rivera as Sneezy, Joey Minnich as Bashful, Glenn Turner as Grumpy, Me as Sleepy, Justin Robertson as Happy, and R. Scott Thompson as Doc.

To see some fun photos from Opening Night, please CLICK HERE!

As Sleepy in Disneyland’s
“Snow White: An Enchanting Musical”




Fantasyland Theatre
February 2004 – September 2006

     “Vince Trani, Justin Robertson, Glenn Turner, Reggie De Leon, Noah Rivera, Joey Minnich and Paul Pakler are the jolliest (and tuneful) dwarfs one can imagine.”  - Ed Kaufman, Hollywood Reporter

 




The Peanuts Gang from Left to Right: Tedd Szeto as Linus, Carla Jimenez as Lucy, Peter Liptak as Charlie Brown, Nick Petris as Schroeder, Masaya Palmer as Sally, and Me as Snoopy!

     "The talented ensemble of singers easily pulls off the... musical numbers, with 'The Book Report' and Snoopy's (Reggie De Leon) 'Suppertime' being the standout tunes." - Miriam Jacobson, LA Weekly Recommended


The Diversity Players' Inaugural show
"You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown"




Casa 0101
September 25 – October 9, 2003

     "It was at once apparent that the strength of the cast's singing, dancing and acting allowed them to make the characters their own yet remaining faithful to their doppelgangers' characteristics. The triple threat ensemble's strong and melodious voices echoed throughout the theatre as their expertly performed dance movements dazzled the audience... The cast members had put in the time, effort and enthusiasm to successfully bring a very effective and rousing performance." - Kenneth Quan, Asia Pacific Arts





With Douglas Broyles as Henry and Jacob
Johnson as Matt.

As Mortimer in "The Fantasticks"



WestEnd Cultural Arts Centre
June 19 – July 13, 2003

"Reggie De Leon as Mortimer provides sturdy support and has moments of scene-stealing hilarity. De Leon's dying episodes are a hammy hoot." - Ben Miles, Sun Newspaper

 

 
 
 

 
 


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