For 'Million Dollar quartet Christmas' at Bucks County Playhouse
"Brian Michael Henry stepped in for Bart Shatto on opening night, and you’d never know the part wasn’t his and his alone."
- Neal Zoren, Princeton Info
- Neal Zoren, Princeton Info
For 'Jersey Boys' at Capital Repertory Theatre
"The four men playing The Four Seasons are uniformly terrific, fascinating one might say. Jeffrey Kringer as Bob Gaudio, Evan Jay Newman as Frankie Valli, Justin Scott Brown as Tommy DeVito, and Brian Michael Henry as Nick Massi are all excellent actors and singers, and they dance up a storm as the quartet in performance...Brian Michael Henry’s Nick is a remarkable facsimile...This is the third time I’ve seen this show and I can’t remember another quartet of actors to so reduce themselves in order to play the foursome."
-J. Peter Bergman, The Berkshire Edge
-J. Peter Bergman, The Berkshire Edge
"Brian Michael Henry plays Nick Massi, the bass of the group who doesn't say much, but gives the vocals a nice foundation."
-Jared West, Broadway World
-Jared West, Broadway World
"Jeffrey Kringer, Justin Scott Brown, and Brian Michael Henry as Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito
and Nick Massi respectively, inhabit fully the mind, body, and voice of each of the original
Seasons..."
-Bill Kellert, Nippertown
and Nick Massi respectively, inhabit fully the mind, body, and voice of each of the original
Seasons..."
-Bill Kellert, Nippertown
"Brian Michael Henry as Nick (Massi) is also excellent, as he makes an invisible creation an important physical presence."
- Bob Goepfert, The Troy Record
- Bob Goepfert, The Troy Record
"The four leads are terrific: that sound!...(Justin Scott) Brown and (Brian Michael) Henry perfectly play leader and follower — until an explosive scene in Act II when the tables are turned."
-Paul Lamar, The Daily Gazette
-Paul Lamar, The Daily Gazette
For 'Million Dollar Quartet' at Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre
"...Brian Michael Henry captures Lewis' true form – zany, unbridled and a hillbilly to the core. His antics provide much of the comic relief as the tale turns slightly dark when the quartet faces an avalanche of secret promises and betrayals. One could get lost just watching him pound away on the piano through 'Great Balls of Fire' and 'Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On.' You’ll be entranced by his ability to play the piano while standing on it and with the keyboard behind his back ."
-Heather Bremer, The Herald Bulletin
-Heather Bremer, The Herald Bulletin
"...Jerry Lee Lewis (Brian Michael Henry) is the wild man of the group. Lewis does things to his piano that would drive a piano teacher crazy. He plays with his foot, from on top, lying down and from any position he can reach the keyboard."
John J. Gugliemi, The Courier Times
John J. Gugliemi, The Courier Times
For 'Million Dollar Quartet' at The Majestic Theater
"Brian Michael Henry as Jerry Lee Lewis grabs this reviewer’s attention the most. Opinionated, cock-sure of his talent and with a chip on his shoulder, 'The Killer' reminds the others that rock ‘n roll is the playground of the devil, all the while rocking the piano with the fury of Lucifer himself."
-Tim O'Brien, In The Spotlight, Inc.
-Tim O'Brien, In The Spotlight, Inc.
"Brian Michael Henry’s Jerry Lee Lewis is every bit as impertinent and uninhibited as the original, down to his trademark keyboard shenanigans involving feet as well as fingers."
-Chris Rohman, Valley Advocate
-Chris Rohman, Valley Advocate
For 'Million Dollar Quartet' at The Hippodrome Theatre
"...But you’ve got to hand it to Brian Michael Henry. A week earlier he had no idea he’d be doing Jerry Lee Lewis in Gainesville, although he has played the role in other venues. Henry had to be flown in and quickly brought up to speed after previously cast Brady Wease was injured in a traffic accident. Presumably Wease will be back, but in his absence “Great Balls of Fire” is still burning up the house."
-Ron Cunningham, Gainesville Sun
-Ron Cunningham, Gainesville Sun
For 'Ragtime' at The Eagle Theatre
"...Her stoic portrayal gave hope and balance against the anger inducing character of Father so distinctively played by Brian Michael Henry. "
-Anne Marie Scalies, Philly Life and Culture
-Anne Marie Scalies, Philly Life and Culture
"...The role of Father is played nicely by newcomer Brian Michael Henry..."
-Pati Buehler, Broadway World
-Pati Buehler, Broadway World
For 'Forever Plaid' at The Majestic Theater
"...As 'Sparky' Brian Michael Henry provided a strong comedic element to the show and also proved himself quite the talented instrumentalist."
-Kevin T. Baldwin, METRMAG
-Kevin T. Baldwin, METRMAG
"And so begins this fantastic review of the best ballads of the era, sung flawlessly by Tomm Knightlee ('Smudge') the bass-baritone, Bryan Austermann ('Jinx') a high tenor, Brian Michael Henry ('Sparky') tenor, and Chris Coffey ('Francis') tenor. Their vocal ranges exceed these designations, and they contribute equally to a fabulously blended sound. The ballads of choice have more complex chord progressions than the standard do-wop chart, so the audience never tires of listening to the lineup of love songs that fill this two-hour production."
-Barbara Stroup, In The Spotlight, Inc.
-Barbara Stroup, In The Spotlight, Inc.
For 'Camelot' at Sierra Repertory Theatre
"Brian Michael Henry, James Conrad Smith, and Christopher David Roche give vivid performances as the knights. They are all excellent in many musical numbers, but they especially shine in the clever and energetic 'Fie On Goodness...' "
-Kathie Isaac-Luke, The Union Democrat
-Kathie Isaac-Luke, The Union Democrat
For 'Side Show' at The Media Theatre
"...(Brian Michael) Henry will later create one of 'Side Show’s' more arresting moments, appearing as Harry Houdini, who offers the Hilton (sisters) encouragement in a flashback sequence, 'All in the Mind.' In that sequence, Henry joins Briggs and Abraham in showing how to dominate and bring concentrated attention to a small space."
-Neal Zoren, NealsPaper.com
-Neal Zoren, NealsPaper.com
"Brian Michael Henry, as fellow vaudeville performer Harry Houdini, beautifully renders the song 'All in the Mind...' "
-Neal Newman, DC Metro Arts
-Neal Newman, DC Metro Arts
"Brian Michael Henry nails his powerful song 'It’s All In The Mind.' "
-Margie Royal, Delco Culture Vultures
-Margie Royal, Delco Culture Vultures
For 'South Pacific' at The Ivoryton Playhouse
"Brian Michael Henry as the roguish ‘Stewpot’ shows off his deep vocal abilities in a quick solo during the 'Dame' number, much to the pleasure of the audience."
-Don Church and Anthony Schillaci, Critics on the Aisle
-Don Church and Anthony Schillaci, Critics on the Aisle
For 'Sunset Boulevard' at The Media Theatre
"If I could single out (only three of) the terrific ensemble artists who stood out the most for me, it would be Brian Michael Henry’s voice, which electrified the theatre..."
-Henrik Eger, Drama Around the Globe
-Henrik Eger, Drama Around the Globe
For 'The Medium' at Chelsea Opera
"The minor roles of séance patrons Mr. & Mrs. Gobineau (Brian Michael Henry and Meredith Buchholtz) and Mrs. Nolan (Caroline Tye) were handled with appropriately understated aplomb."
-Arlo McKinnon, Opera News
-Arlo McKinnon, Opera News
For 'Remote Work'
"...Remote Work is Henry's first album, original or otherwise, full of well-written tracks... Remote Work brings Henry's vocal talent to the forefront. While his voice stands out powerfully and bright, the dynamic instrumentation is equally impressive throughout. There are obvious musical influences here honored within Henry's own melodies, like the stylings of Oingo Boingo and Lou Reed. While Henry lets these inspirations shine through, one song in particular 'Never Look Back,' is a de facto tribute to Jim Steinman, Henry's musical hero."
-Alina Henry, And The Beat Goes On
-Alina Henry, And The Beat Goes On
For 'The Horror! The Horror!'
"...New York-based queer darkwave/synth-pop artist Brian Michael Henry offers a glimpse of his upcoming EP The Horror! The Horror! (out in January) with the ominous yet shimmering track 'Waiting.' Drawing heavily from ‘80s synth songs, in terms of forlorn vocals and foot-tapping rhythms, it’s hard to believe Henry when he says he used to hate the sound of synthesizers when you hear 'Waiting.'"
-Rolling Stone India
-Rolling Stone India
"...for his second album in as many years, and in a brilliant method of storytelling, all of the tracks examine love and desire from the perspective of classic horror characters. Musically Brian Michael Henry channels 1980s synthy-pop goodness, John Carpenter soundtracks moods, and post-Punk song leanings."
-Ghost Cult Magazine
-Ghost Cult Magazine
"...throughout The Horror! The Horror!, Henry examines the humanity of monsters and the monstrosity of humans atop pulsing layers of cold electronic production that call to mind both John Carpenter’s signature synth scores and modern darkwave artists like Cold Cave in equal measure. Henry’s vocals, however, are reminiscent of Stephin Merritt’s signature croon and lend a notable warmth to each song, creating a more three-dimensional portrait of his characters and heightening the emotional resonance of the EP."
-DopeCauseWeSaid
-DopeCauseWeSaid