What the Critics are Saying about Son of a Stand Up Comedian

"Directed by Michael Baron, the show is swiftly paced, punctuated with short breaks between the musical numbers. Lighting designer Jessica Lee Winfield's colored projections behind Goodman provide an ever-changing backdrop of bright, gentle colors. It's a testament to Goodman's ability to marry his lyrics and music that, by the end of the short evening at MetroStage, he creates an even clearer image of the lyricist, composer, singer, husband, father and survivor he is today."

- Barbara Mackay, DC Examiner

"...it takes a fresh look at a fundamental Jewish musical theme: the importance of family... It's a new Jewish musical for a new generation."

- Lisa Traiger, Washington Jewish Week

"...it is Goodman’s sanguine, Scottish-accented, musical introspection that keeps the audience humming and toe-tapping along with him."

- Jordan Wright, Whisk and Quill

"Paul Scott Goodman is a very likeable entertainer and his show is definitely recommended for an evening or afternoon to stimulate positive recollections of one's own family and occupational history. The cabaret-style MetroStage offers greater intimacy with the performers than any other stage in the area and it works beautifully with this production."

- Bob Anthony, AllArtsReview4U.com

"MetroStage... is hosting the very talented and very ingratiating comedian and playwright, Paul Scott Goodman [who] is a genuine guy who knows how to share his feelings with an appreciative audience."

- Rich Massabny

"...a winning autobiographical one-man show. [Goodman is] an entertaining storyteller and a fine rock guitarist and singer, with strong support from Greg Holloway on percussion."

- Susan Berlin, Talkin' Broadway