Picasso at the Lapin Agile presented by Organic Theater Company at The Greenhouse Theater Center

Chicago Reader - Somewhat Recommended

"...The two guys manifest as Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein, and the joke ends up being on the audience, as Martin's writing better suits fans of formulaic 90s sitcoms. Directed by Josh Anderson, this Organic Theater Company production doesn't do much to fight that flaw-the actors paint with such broad strokes that really a laugh track's all that's missing. The one exception is Bryan James Wakefield's Freddy the bartender, who like a good martini comes off perfectly understated and dry."

ChicagoCritic - Highly Recommended

"...You’d be hard pressed to find a finer ensemble. Joel Moses’ Einstein and Perrella’s Picasso lead the skilled cast. Martin’s masterwork proves that profound ‘idea’ plays can be funny and still deliver a wallop! See this gem."

Chicago Theatre Review - Recommended

"...Josh Anderson’s production, while entertaining, never really makes the leap to something magnificent or memorable. Several members of the cast, most notably Sean Thomas as a feisty Gaston, Philena Gilmer as saucy Suzanne and other women, Will Burdin as an effervescent Schmendiman and, particularly, the amiable, energetic Joel Moses, as a captivating Einstein, transcend the production with their standout performances. Terrence McClellan’s set is serviceable and the costumes by Angela Enos nicely create a period look. Otherwise, this production of Martin’s absurdist comedy, while competent and somewhat humorous, especially for those unfamiliar with the play, lacks the magic and all-encompassing energy it deserves."