The Night of the Iguana Reviews

Chicago Tribune - Recommended

"...John Mossman, who co-founded the company with his wife, Kathy Scambiatterra (director of this production), brings dangerous charm and sweaty despair to his portrayal of Shannon. But for me, this play always lives and dies by Hannah Jelkes, the serene-but-penniless Nantucket spinster painter who has come to the inn, towing her ancient poet grandfather."

Chicago Sun Times - Highly Recommended

"...A wildly eccentric assortment of outcasts, most of them desperately in search of some sort of home, comes together in a rundown hotel perched above a scenic spot on Mexico’s western coast. The year is 1940. Giant war clouds have gathered over Europe. A group of church ladies from Texas is getting a most unorthodox tour of their neighbor to the South. And several people are on the verge of a nervous breakdown."

Windy City Times - Highly Recommended

"...Scambiatterra declares the Artistic Home's relocation to have been a search for a place where "as an actor, you cannot hide." Her ensemble's attention to text and character analysis, coupled with the intimacy of the company's new West Town quarters, creates a focused intensity making for riveting suspense despite the unexcised script. The actual running time is two and a half hours with one intermission; however, after the first few minutes, you'll barely notice."

ChicagoCritic - Highly Recommended

"...Still, chock full of lyrical heart, well-observed moments of beauty and some of the best performances Chicago storefront has to offer, The Artistic Home's production of this under-appreciated masterwork should not be missed."

Let's Play at ChicagoNow - Highly Recommended

"...Especially for their first show in their new Artistic Home, THE NIGHT OF THE IGUANA christens the space with a stellar production! The welcome mat is out. This storefront is open. THE NIGHT OF THE IGUANA is an excellent reason to figure out the commute to the new The Artistic Home."