Leaves, Trees, Forest presented by MPAACT at The Greenhouse Theater Center

Chicago Tribune - Recommended

"...MPAACT has long been a standard-bearer for new work from black writers that examines how younger generations must negotiate a radically different political environment than the one that birthed the civil rights movement of the 1960s. Despite a few hiccups here and there, Notice's play and Stillwell's production (anchored by the ingratiating-despite-himself performance of Morgan as scheming Charles) raises some sharp questions about entitlement, privilege, and what those on the way up owe to those who gave them a boost."

Chicago Reader - Somewhat Recommended

"...Skimming the surface of such hot-button issues as Obamacare, freedom of religion, and marriage equality, Notice's brisk little fable offers no new insight into the moral choices faced by idealists in a cynical profession. Director Carla Stillwell nevertheless coaxes fresh, spontaneous performances from her six-person ensemble."

Windy City Times - Recommended

"...Whether you find Notice's cynicism commendable or appalling is your own decision, but there's no denying the courage of MPAACT director Carla Stillwell and a cast led by Trigney Morgan as the innocent Charles, who refuse to take refuge in hyperbolic just-kidding-folks exaggeration, instead tracking the corruption of our idealistic hero with an irony-free solemnity that makes his descent into greedhead tactics seem almost acceptable. Almost."

Centerstage - Highly Recommended

"... Director Carla Stillwell has ensured an emotionally well-balanced play that keeps moving at all costs. She really allows the characters their freedom and this imbues the show with a certain amount of ease, especially paired with Danjuma Gaskin’s simple sets that provide just enough interesting detail without distracting. If you’ve even been twenty-two, definitely check it out."

Time Out Chicago - Recommended

"...Granted, it’s not the most original twist of all time. But as Charles ruthlessly uses the information about Clayton to his advantage, Notice shows how quickly and irrevocably ambition can muddy principle. In the end, both men are two sides of the same coin. In Carla Stillwell’s brisk staging, UIC undergrad Morgan plays Charles with energy and confidence. More important, he brings a quality to the character that’s not in great supply on the page: likability."