• Northwest Indiana Times review by Philip Potempa – I was very impressed with both of these young stage stars…
• Chicagoland Musical Theatre review by Barry Reszel – …Hertel is another young actor illustrating immense capability.

The Secret Garden

• mLIVE profile – Sometimes when you’re a little kid, you have big dreams about being a famous movie star or athlete…
• mLIVE review by  Mark Wedel – Hertel’s Mary had moments of sourness and anger, as well as joy, making her more than just the usual sad orphan girl…
• Encore Michigan review by Judith Cookis Rubens – …Traverse City actress Madison Hertel has a delightful stage presence and impressive singing voice that showcases Mary’s complexities. She’s one to watch, for sure.