Reviews in the News, Reactions in Social Media: "The Whale"

Matthew Arkin and Blake Lindsley in The Whale.  Photo by Scott Brinegar.

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Samuel D. Hunter’s The Whale is bringing playgoers and reviewers alike to the Julianne Argyros Stage. Both are praising the production and the acting ensemble. Here’s a sampling of what they’ve said about the show:

Reviewers

• The Los Angeles Times says The Whale is “Funny … deeply moving” and “Impressively acted … superb.”
• The Orange County Register calls The Whale a “perceptive and moving new play” that “shows immensity of spirit.”
• Backstage says it’s “compelling.”
• LA Splash praises the production, saying “ Martin Benson’s deft direction and playwright Hunter’s use of short scenes interspersed with blackouts help move the production at a fluidic speed without being rushed.”
• StageSceneLA was “blown away by this absolutely brilliant, unexpectedly funny, devastating powerful new play.”

Playgoers

• “Powerful. The actors were incredible!” –Ita, via Facebook
• “One of the finest plays SCR has ever done.” –John, via Facebook
• “I loved the play. I was blown away.” –Sara, via Facebook
• “Matthew Arkin is so impressive in “The Whale.” –Sherry, via Twitter

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