The Philanderer presented by ShawChicago at Ruth Page Center For Arts

Chicago Reader - Somewhat Recommended

"...Actually, this being Shaw, a lot of casemaking goes on--much of it witty and all of it well argued--culminating in a typically sensible, sexless, perversely unsatisfying resolution. Perhaps reasoning that the characters' minds and mouths are all that matter, director Robert Scogin dispenses with movement altogether. Anchored to stationary music stands, the cast of this ShawChicago production, which should properly be called a staged reading, are reduced to talking heads."

Centerstage - Recommended

"...The strength of the acting and the simplicity of the production bring out the play's saving grace: "The Philanderer" may be baggy and long and old-fashioned, but it is cleverly and charmingly written. And it is equally cleverly and charmingly spoken."

Chicago Theater Beat - Recommended

"...With the tradition of producing shows more like readings, ShawChicago stages The Philanderer without scenery, costumes or other design elements, thus relying heavily on the talents of its playwright and its cast to stimulate the audience. And this talented cast delivers, providing brilliant dialogue with British wit."