St. Sebastian presented by Refracted Theatre Company at The Den Theatre

Chicago Reader - Somewhat Recommended

"...So much happens in the course of the 90 minutes that it’s clear the playwright was trying to do far too much. The script needs significant shaping before it’s ready for another full production."

Chicago Stage and Screen - Somewhat Recommended

"...Despite three very talented actors, the foundation of Andrew Kramer's play never seems steady or grounded in reality. I was often mystified. Why does the play start with the three men doing pushups together? Why is Gideon so afraid of an empty closet and the neighborhood stray dog? Why is he afraid of being outed, yet drives a car with an HRC bumper sticker and wears a distracting gold cross earring throughout the show?"

Around The Town Chicago - Somewhat Recommended

"...What is good about this show is that during its course, we see both characters change. Ben becomes more understanding of his neighbors, whereas Gideon less so. Having said that, it is not irrational (and not hypocritical) to hold two distinct viewpoints in your own mind which, on the surface, may appear to be contradictory. This is the nuance that most of the show sorely lacks. For example, one may believe that people are innately good, while at the same time recognize the need to protect and defend oneself, such making the decision to own a gun or take self-defense lessons"

Chicago Theatre Review - Recommended

"...In a thought-provoking new work by playwright Andrew Kramer, New York’s Refracted Theatre Company bursts onto the Chicago scene as the Windy City’s newest stage company. In its mission statement, the theatre seeks, through its presentations, “to disrupt socially accepted narratives by telling the ‘other side of the story.’” It goes on to say that the plays it presents are centered upon empathy and humanity."