Wives @ EAST WEST PLAYERS

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Elaine Mura – Splash Magazines
WIVES builds on a fascinating concept: Looking at important men of different periods through the eyes of their wives. The concept is particularly adept in the Hemingway segment, where his four wives hilariously chat about Hemingway’s style – and foibles. It would likely have been interesting to follow that pattern and focus on a few other famous men in history and the observations of their invisible wives. Unfortunately, as time goes on, the play seems to lose steam while the guiding concept fades – along with the play’s frenetic energy. Read more…

Anita W. Harris – LA Theatrix
“Wives” is nonetheless entertaining, funny and thought-provoking, thanks to its invested cast and Mukherjee’s dynamic, well-paced direction. It’s refreshing to see such creativity on the stage, lovingly and vividly produced, seeking to break boundaries in more ways than one. Read more…