THANKSGIVING

comedy · samovar subway ensemble · Ages 15+ · United States of America

world premiere
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THOMAS KALBER certified reviewer June 20, 2017
Witty, funny, often hysterical.... full review
BRIAN WALLACE certified reviewer June 22, 2017
Nuanced performances, deft direction and sharp writing make this a show a must-see. ... full review
TONY FRANKEL stage and cinema certified reviewer June 23, 2017
Given the sit-com nature of the script and direction, and given that a few characters (the brother, his roommate) are used for conflict more than story, and given that it's yet another Turkey Day family reunion, it's surprising that "Thanksgiving" works as well as it does, especially for a first time out. This production also has going for it a stage full of distinctive performers, but Gary Poux as the put-upon fiancee mines the most comic gold from character-driven humor. There are even surprises and spit-takes. My issue is that the playwright keeps dousing her potential by giving characters inauthentic reactions and moments in order to get to the next layer of dirty laundry airing. I would love to see this stretched out into a two-act c... full review
DONALD WATSON certified reviewer June 24, 2017
tagged as: Best of Show
Standing Ovation-What a Cast, Great Writing and Great Directing. But,my God what a stellar cast. ... full review
JENNIE FAHN certified reviewer June 24, 2017
A top-notch play in every sense - brilliant writing, top-tier acting, smart, snappy direction - and a story that everyone can relate to since we all have crazy families and holidays that make us want to say, "Why do we do this to ourselves?" But Tiffany Cascio and her wonderful ensemble give us a reason to affirm our commitment to torture ourselves again - this terrific play deserves to be broadcast to a wider audience so more people can be reminded what family really means. Bravo!... full review
RUTH HERNANDEZ certified reviewer June 25, 2017
tagged as: amazing
Great Family Show. Great storyline. A must see show. ... full review
ROB STEVENS haineshisway.com certified reviewer June 05, 2017
A very solid outing.... full review