Girl Found presented by Idle Muse Theatre Company at The Edge Theatre

Chicago Reader - Somewhat Recommended

"...The continued probing of the social worker (Sara Robinson), psychologist (Kathrynne Wolf), news reporter (Whitney Dottery), and federal agent (Robinson again) uncovers traumas and flaws; Noah, Ellie, and Eva struggle to achieve a harmonious domestic life; Sophie's childhood best friend (Dottery) has difficulty recognizing her. Is loss more orienting than its resolution, or is it simply impossible to compensate for events of the past? Unfortunately, the play doesn't really examine these questions with any more depth than a Lifetime movie. Idle Muse's production, directed by Alison Dornheggen, features a high-quality ensemble on a distractingly overblown set by Sarah Lewis."

The Fourth Walsh - Recommended

"...Director Alison Dornheggen compassionately drags us through the family angst. A void of despair is filled with hope as a young girl returns home. Dornheggen and her talented ensemble make us care about them. I tear up when an emotional Byczkowski hugs James Mercer (Noah). I’m committed to unraveling the relational knots between the steadfast Katherine Swan (Ellie)and the hot mess Tricia Rogers (Eva). A worn Swan wants to protect both her niece and her sister. Her disheartenment is palpable. A frantic Rogers walks the fine line between vulnerable and pathetic. This family has so much chaotic backstory Sophia’s return is just one more moving part."

Chicago Theater and Arts - Recommended

"...Directed by Alison Dornheggen, Idle Muse’s “Girl Found” features a high-quality ensemble of actors."

Picture This Post - Somewhat Recommended

"...While the script is compelling and exciting-from this writer's viewpoint‑ the production as a whole didn't quite live up to the story's full potential. Lots of moments seemed rushed through. The set design also caused some confusion, at least for this writer, and for key parts of the play left us feeling removed because the action was set towards the back in a one corner. While the screen made of newspapers seemed very cool, the projections also were confounding and unclear."