sarah gordy
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Reviews
ONCE WE WERE MOTHERS by Lisa Evans - The Orange Tree Theatre, Richmond (2007)
"Sarah Mowat as Ali and Sarah Gordy as her daughter, Flora, generate an affecting warmth between them." Sam Marlowe, The Times
"Sarah Gordy – herself with Downs’s Syndrome – is undoubtedly the heart of the play, Lively, cheerful and full of unbridled charisma, she fills the stage whenever she’s on it." Harriet Davis, roguesandvagabonds.co.uk
"In her giggles, pouts and involuntary swearing, Gordy plays Flora like any attitude-laden teenager – serving as a ‘real-life’ finger up to the doctors.’" Nancy Groves, Richmond & Twickenham Times
"Gordy refutes all Gwen’s patronising distaste for her granddaughter. No wonder the play begins and ends with her dancing." Timothy Ramsden, ReviewsGate.com
SEIZE THE DAY by Glenys Evans – Hijinx Theatre tour
"A long and demanding role, Gordy carries it off with great assurance. The upbeat climax brought tears to my eyes, not an easy thing to do after 40 years of reviewing." Jon Holliday, The Stage
"The script, in fact, is disability blind, in other words, the fact that Sarah has Down’s Syndrome was deemed irrelevant ... it is impossible not to react when the love story climaxes, as it must, in a passionate kiss – that kiss is a real coup de theatre." David Adams, Western Mail
"Lead actress Sarah Gordy, a professional actress with Downs Syndrome, impresses the audience with her acting ability ... Gordy has a wonderful expressive face that allows much to be left unsaid." Carrie Briffett, The Big Issue
"Sarah Gordy is charming as this innocent yet feisty character. The actress is natural and sensitive." Victoria Neil, Viewpoint
"This play takes another step forward and introduces Sarah Gordy an extraordinary professional actress who gives ‘Rose’ such a compelling and moving performance. Glenys Evans has incorporated Sarah’s extraordinary enthusiasm and love of Shakespeare into the plot." Michael Kelligan, theatre-wales.co.uk
WALKING ON WATER by Sarah Woods – Theatre Centre Tour
"Star of the show was most definitely Sarah Gordy – both an inspiration and a true professional." Julie Turn, Creu Cymru
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"Won the hearts of many Germans." Max Magazine
ONCE WE WERE MOTHERS by Lisa Evans - New Vic Theatre, Newcastle under Lyme (2004)
"There are wonderful performances here from both Janice McKenzie and young Sarah Gordy." Neil Bonner, The Stage
"Sarah Gordy undoubtedly steals the show as Flora." Lucy Powell, Time Out
PEAK PRACTICE by Lisa Evans – Carlton Television
"Gordy’s performance was a great tribute to other Down’s Syndrome sufferers, but it was also a magnificent performance from a very talented young woman. Poignant without being sentimental, the joy in her face when she returned to her boyfriend’s arms was breathtakingly touching." Jaci Stephan, The Mail on Sunday