Chicago Tribune
- Recommended
"...Let me make an unsolicited suggestion to triple the Lookingglass Theatre box office. Instead of calling the current show “Untitled Vampire Play,” which is bloodless to the point of vegetarianism, make it “Hey, Mom and Dad, My Fiancée is a Vampire!”"
Chicago Reader
- Highly Recommended
"...Despite the obvious vampire-tale antecedents for Douglas's story, nothing here feels obviously derivative except perhaps as intentional homage. For me, what Untitled Vampire Play does so well is to blend the essential tragedy of immortality (every mortal you love will die before you) as explicated by Anne Rice and so many others, but with an everyday humor and straightforward vernacular that undercuts the genre's tendency for self-conscious philosophizing."
Talkin Broadway
- Somewhat Recommended
"...To close its season, Lookingglass Theatre Company is presenting the world premiere of Untitled Vampire Play by ensemble member Kevin Douglas, directed by Devon de Mayo. The show, which the company bills as romantic-comedy-meets-horror, has its bright spots, particularly early on, but ultimately even strong performances and overall interesting and well-done staging can't really carry a rather aimless story that suffers from pacing problems."
Stage and Cinema
- Recommended
"...Is there a quality more indefinable and unpredictable than the chemistry between two people, whether in real life or on stage or screen? It cannot be predicted by mien, talent, or secondary sexual characteristics. It’s either there or it isn’t. And in that most hoary of genres—the romantic comedy—its absence is a death knell that no script or directorial sleight of hand can overcome. How fortunate then for Lookingglass Theatre that the cast of Untitled Vampire Play, the closing production of its 2025/2026 season, has oodles of chemistry, and then some."
Chicago Stage and Screen
- Highly Recommended
"...The new Untitled Vampire Play by Kevin Douglas is a fun night out, but be sure to wear something washable because there are literally buckets of blood. Big black capes are completely advised! It's a cross cultural love story, with a human and a vampire trying to navigate just who they are and what their relationship can be when their lives are so different: No daytime strolls. One of you will age, the other will not. Commitment has radically different timelines. Lots of deep conversations need to happen even as the relationship wants to escalate to another level."
Let's Play Theatrical Reviews
- Highly Recommended
"...Courtney Rikki Green is bedazzling as Val, commanding the stage with an engaging presence. Cynthia Kaye McWilliams commanded attention with her powerful presence as Alicia, and Jin Park's performance was a delightful mix of tolerance and temperance, expertly navigating the dramatic elements of character, Rose. Their chemistry on stage was tantalizingly whimsical and captivating, providing a fun night at the theater. During the performance, those in the first row may experience splashes of blood during some scenes, but before you get horrified, it's not real and can be easily washed out. It's a thrilling treat for vampire fans who love to embrace the experience of being a part of the theatrical performance. "
Around The Town Chicago
- Highly Recommended
"...There are times when we need to escape from the madness that is happening in our world today and just have fun. For many, the new World Premiere “Untitled Vampire Play” at Lookingglass Theatre might just fit the bill. I know that I found it adorable. It also brought me back to my youth when I loved Horror Films and one of my favorites was Bela Lugosi who played the infamous Count Dracula. For many people, those films were the only explanation of Vampires. Now with the internet, we are able to re-define our definintions, so here goes:"
Chicago Theatre Review
- Highly Recommended
"...Kevin Douglas’ latest play, now having its world premiere at Lookingglass Theatre, is filled with Fangtastic Fun. There’s something in this play for everyone. For those who enjoy a good rom com, this bittersweet romance will bring enjoyment with the relationship between Dom and Val. And anyone who is a fan of Gothic tales of terror and melodramatic horror films about the undead will find a lot to sink their teeth into with the delightful UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY. It’s just plain bloody good fun! Only remember to leave your crucifixes, holy water and garlic at home."
Buzz Center Stage
- Recommended
"...Beneath the fangs, the play asks a deeply human question: What does it mean to love someone? It explores the underlying selfishness that often masks itself as romance. Val wants Dom to turn into a vampire so they can be together forever, viewing his reluctance as a rejection of her identity rather than a defense of his own humanity. Meanwhile, Dom uses Val as an emotional security blanket to quiet his own intense insecurities. Through these characters, Douglas examines how control, weakness, danger, and even lust can taint love, or at least the illusion of it."
Third Coast Review
- Highly Recommended
"...We all know that classic moment in a romantic comedy when a partner meets the parents for the first time. There are often nerves all around. What if the parents don’t like them? What if they say the wrong thing? What if they brought the wrong flowers and the entire evening is ruined? So many things could go wrong, and it’s natural for anyone to feel on edge."
Chicago On Stage
- Highly Recommended
"...It’s a nice piece of exposition from Douglas, but it isn’t quite over yet. Following Val home, we find her living in a large apartment along with her sister Rose (Jin Park), who seems to be using her extended life to become an expert at video games and buy all of the wonderfully quirky outfits she can find. Their home includes coffins that arise from the stage—very colorful and comfortable-looking and another lovely Mohn touch—for the vampires to retire for the day."
Curtain Call Chicago
- Highly Recommended
"...The title of Kevin Douglas’s ironically called “Untitled Vampire Play” appears to be a bit coy mixed with parody, but the production itself lunges headfirst into gothic absurdity and gleefully indulges in sinking its teeth into vampire lore."
Splash Magazine
- Highly Recommended
"...The modernized interpretation of a classic vampire story is a mixed bag of tricks, as some aspects will leave you howling with laughter, while others will challenge you to delve deeper into the story’s overall message. There is romance, comedy and horror, all combined into one entertaining production."
