A Steady Rain

Amazing. It's so obvious the very clear and detailed work that the actors have put into this show. ... full review

The work that John's students perform with his guidance is both graceful and inspiring. All in all, the play was wonderful from beginning to end. And I can't wait to see it a second time.... full review

The play was very well casket and masterfully directed by John Kirby... full review

This production was smart, gripping and perfectly timed. The actors were genuinely having a conversation with you and not at all seeming like characters, but real people, with a real life story to tell. The almost interrogation like setup was brilliant and worked so well with the audience and actors. I'm glad to have witnessed some truly fantastic theatre with this show.... full review

Written 10 years ago, A Steady Rain by Keith Huff is still salient today. Chicago cops and lifelong friends Denny and Joey find themselves down a rabbit hole after a disturbance call becomes life and career-shattering. This conventional but tightly woven script, with themes of loyalty and self-destruction, is given full life with nuanced performances by R.J. DeBard as the hot-tempered but gregarious Denny, and Andy Hoff as the calm and thoughtful Joey. Denny is the flashier of the two characters as his larger than life personality drive the plot, but Hoff holds his own, making Joey a steady vessel in the ceaseless rain. Director John Kirby utilizes the space wisely and keeps the pace steady. Comprised of direct address monologues intertwi... full review

Compellingly acted, intensly and perfectly directed, A Steady Rain is a show that will stick with you for days. RJ Debard and Andy Hoff hook you from the moment the play begins, and you're glued to this wild ride until the unsettling end.... full review

Strong choices made by actors. Small space used intelligently.... full review

It was compelling At the edge of my seat the whole show I love to go to theater and feel so involved ... full review

I thought it was excellent !!!!... full review

Both actors gave absolutely everything EVERYTHING audience was floored standing ovation ;) ;) ... full review