Reviews

Silent Sky, Theatre Pro Rata - Feb. 2019

"Charmingly played by Swanson, Peter's halting intimacy grounds the

science in humanity."

- The Star Tribune

"While it feels odd to give special praise to the only man in a cast

full of women, Carl Swanson brings welcome enthusiasm to an

environment that can seem a little academic."

- Pioneer Press

"Carl Swanson expertly depicts Henrietta's one-time love interest

Peter Shaw; I found his character absolutely maddening, but

Swanson finds a way to humanize him even in contrast to

modern expectations."

- Compendium

"Carl Swanson is Henri's charmingly awkward colleague and suitor."

- Cherry and Spoon

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Bright Star, Lyric Arts - Sept. 2019

"Highlights in the cast include Carl Swanson as Alice's editor."

- Cherry and Spoon

"Swanson brings quick wit and sharp humor."

- Brett Talk

"Swanson provides comic relief with precision timing."

- Talkin' Broadway

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If/Then, Lyric Arts - Sept. 2018

"Carl Swanson plays Lucas with disarming aplomb and bubbly humor​."

- Broadway World

"Carl Swanson, is very funny even if his character is a puzzle." 

- The Star Tribune

"Carl Swanson plays Lucas, I found him funny, complex, and likable."

- Play Off The Page

"Carl Swanson is funny and natural as Lucas." 

- Cherry and Spoon

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Chess, Chameleon Theatre Circle - Dec. 2017

"Carl Swanson is great as Anatoly, and sings the heck out of this score."

- Cherry and Spoon

"Swanson’s finest solo piece is the end of Act I, with the simply named “Anthem"

- Twin Cities Arts Reader