Stage Scene LA
“WOW!… L.A. THEATER AT ITS ENTERTAININGLY EDGY BEST …. Director Angie Scott keeps electric sparks flying throughout, aided by three absolutely terrific performers… one thrillingly edge-of-your-seat ride.” — Steven Stanley, Stage Scene LA
LA Observed
“THREE CHEERS FOR ‘DESERT RATS’… in my tradition of trying to track the better plays set in southern California, take note of Nate Rufus Edelman’s taut kidnapping drama” — Don Shirley, LA Observed
Showmag
“SIT-UP-AND-TAKE-NOTICE… written with authority by Nate Rufus Edelman… explodes onto the stage and does not let up until the fireworks at the end” — Leigh Kennicott, Showmag
Theatre Notes
“INSTANTLY INTRIGUING… skin-crawling laughs… Playwright Edelman has crafted a thoroughly absorbing scenario that commands the attention of an audience.” — Paul Myrvold, Theatre Notes
Hollywood Progressive
“KICK ASS… [a] rollicking ride… tense drama with sharp dialogue… dark comedy” — Ed Rampell, Hollywood Progressive
Will Call for Theater
“DON’T MISS…WIT, SUSPENSE AND A SOCKO ENDING… The performers are splendid… astute direction” — Ingrid Wilmot, Will Call for Theater
Stage Raw
“COMEDIC AND THOUGHT-PROVOKING… Trying to figure out who has control in any given scene is half the fun of this show… innovative scenic and lighting design” — Julia Stier, Stage Raw
LA Theatre Bites
“EXCEPTIONAL… a tight script… shines… wonderful moments… balance[s] tension with comedy” — Patrick Chavis, L.A. Theatre Bites
The Tvolution
“CRISP, BRIGHT AND REFRESHING… a first-rate staging… displays intelligence, skill, excellent craftsmanship and an understanding of dialogue enriched by a cadence and rhythm.” — Ernest Kearney, The Tvolution