Los Angeles Times
“CRITIC’S CHOICE… DARING… SCRUPULOUSLY DIRECTED… [A] drama of inescapable interconnectedness… on par with the Mark Taper Forum and the Geffen Playhouse at their best… Artistic directors of theaters of all sizes would be wise to follow the [lead] of the Fountain’s Stephen Sachs, who [is] building audience communities eager for the challenge of path-breaking plays.” — Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times
Cultural Weekly
“OUTSTANDING… a stunning example of the kind of magic four good actors, able or disabled, can achieve when they’re handed a good director and a remarkable piece of writing.” — Sylvie Drake, Cultural Weekly
Stage Raw
“RECOMMENDED… STAGE RAW TOP TEN… completely engaging… deeply, hauntingly familiar… The Fountain Theatre has its finger on the pulse of new and exciting American theatre” — Dana Martin, Stage Raw
Ticket Holders LA
“BRILLIANT… AN INSTANT CLASSIC… All four actors are superb… [Majok’s] genius for bluecollar drama is continuously underscored by a lyricism and a poetic quality” — Travis Holder, Ticket Holders LA
On Stage and Screen
“MOVING AND HEARTBREAKING… these are stories and perspectives not often seen” — Erin Conley, On Stage and Screen
LA Splash
“INTENSE AND AUTHENTIC… SATISFYING AND MEMORABLE… a heartfelt, provocative story which draws the audience in with an unsentimental and yet unexpectedly funny account of connection and communication..” — Elaine Mura, LA Splash
Will Call for Theater
“MEANINGFUL, PROVOCATIVE AND ENTERTAINING… playwright Majok is a master of capturing emotions… The Fountain Theatre is the only destination for which Westside theater lovers will cross east of La Cienega and for good reason… The Fountain delivers, time after time” — Ingrid Wilmot, Will Call for Theater
People’s World
“COURAGEOUS… The acting is among the best I have seen in recent theatre outings…. John Vreeke’s direction is flawless… The Fountain deserves a big, colorful bouquet for this one. Catch it if you can.” — Eric Gordon, People’s World
Total Theater
“FOUR STARS… SPLENDID… The actors bring Majok’s play to life in fearless, bold fashion” — Will Manus, Total Theater
Stage Scene LA
“WOW!… GUT-PUNCHINGLY POWERFUL… makes us rethink preconceived notions of disability, wealth, education, and happily-ever-after… one of the year’s most remarkable, compelling productions large or small.” — Steven Stanley, Stage Scene LA
Santa Monica Daily Press
“REMARKABLE… one of the best plays I’ve ever seen” — Cynthia Citron, Santa Monica Daily Press