CHRISTOPHER SUTTON

 As Albert Peterson in Bye, Bye, Birdie

“It would be hard to find a better portrayal of Albert Peterson than the one played by Christopher Sutton. The Dick Van Dyke-like actor is most inspired during the song-and dance number, “Put on a Happy Face.”
Daniel H. Trafford -Daily Times

“Christopher Sutton is outstanding as Albert, doing a very Dick Van Dyke-like version of “Put on a Happy Face” that will definitely put a smile on your face. Sutton gives Albert lots of charm, and you see why Rose still loves him, even when he's a lout.”
Pamela Berard -The Herald News

“Christopher Sutton, as Albert, is spectacular. Sutton glows with the quick-to-please charm that the role of Albert needs, and when he does the “Put On A Happy Face” number, you can't help but want this guy for a buddy.”
Tom Connolly -The Call

“Christopher Sutton as Albert is superb. Although he has a leading man's looks, he plays the comic aspect of Albert perfectly. His fantastic baritone voice is shown to its fullness in the gorgeous ballad “Baby, Talk to Me.” Also an accomplished dancer, he makes his hat move from head to toe and around the stage while trying to cheer up Sarah Stiles and Sara Braslow in “Put on a Happy Face.” His acting is wonderful throughout the show and the audience cheers when he finally stands up to his overbearing mother. This Barrymore award-winning actor gives new insights into this character, and keeps the audience rooting for him to win the girl at the end of the show.”
Tony Annicone -The Theater Mirror -Boston

“Sutton puts me in mind of Ken Berry with a little Dick Van Dyke thrown in, and warms himself to the audience with his solo “Baby, Talk to Me.”
John Pantalone -South County Independent

“Christopher Sutton is sufficiently spineless as Albert. I wish he had more songs in the show, so we could hear more of his wonderfully fluid baritone voice. He is chagrined and charming at the same time, and makes everyone “Put on a Happy Face” with his performance.”
Geri Sereno -The Sun

“Sutton is better than his role, giving Albert an assured presence, but still letting the panic peek out.”
Bill Rodriguez -The Providence Phoenix

“The famous role of Albert, once played by the ever-lovable Dick Van Dyke, was, this time, performed by the astounding Christopher Sutton. His personality onstage evoked that of Van Dyke. He was superb. And although there were no such stars of the play, Sutton definitely stood out among the rest. His singing, dancing, whimsical ways, and a bit of improv, “This place is falling apart!” when the Maude's bar set began to slump, stole the show from everyone else.”
Samantha Duprey -The Guide Rhode Island

“In the lead role of Albert, Christopher Sutton has a nice voice and great timing. his scenes with his cloying and annoying mother (played by Lorraine Serabian) were thoroughly enjoyed by the audience.”
David Howard -East Providence Post