Stage Raw
“RECOMMENDED… STAGE RAW TOP 10… erotic complications, surprising pairings, conversations with the dead… Director Eli Gonda is excellent with the actors, everyone is perfectly cast, and the ensemble is a delight.” — Gray Palmer, Stage Raw
Stage Scene LA
“WOW!… MAGICAL, MYSTICAL… Cherry Orchard fans will find particular pleasures in Fortenberry’s re-imagination of it in today’s Northern California, but there’s no need to be familiar with either Chekhov or his works to become involved with her cast of characters” — Steven Stanley, Stage Scene LA
Paul Myrvold’s Theatre Notes
“THRILLINGLY THEATRICAL… a strong cast, a tight script, and an absorbing performance” — Paul Myrvold, Theatre Notes
On Stage and Screen
“COMEDIC YET POIGNANT… a thoughtful, heartfelt exploration of family, prosperity, community, and how easily all three can change on a dime.” — Erin Conley, On Stage and Screen
People’s World
“COMEDIC AND WISE… a heady mix of characters, placed in a really fun rustic setting… Eli Gonda directs with a sly, deft touch that throws unconventional light on themes of culture, family, land, labor and loss.” — Eric Gordon, People’s World
EDGE
“LOVELY… astute direction… a great look… exceedingly well-acted… character depth and strong character touches… a glowing patina of humanity and professionalism” — Dale Reynolds, EDGE
Discover Hollywood
“FUN AND HUMOROUS… keeps the audience entertained and engaged.” — Annette Semerdjian, Discover Hollywood
Colorado Boulevard
“INTRIGUING characters, very evenly talented actors, all perfect for their parts. Good story, good acting and directing, and a set that puts you right in the story.” — Carol Edger-Germain, Colorado Boulevard