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BRILLIANT WORKS OF ART by Donna Hoke

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  • Kris Thompson:
    22 Aug. 2017
    “ A surprisingly textural journey for the reader and the main female character. The physical manifestation of transforming shame (the shame cards) into something beautiful (art) in the story mirrored the transformation of shame in the actual story (the affair) into something beautiful (having it all). I found this intricate weaving of theme by the playwright both compelling and authentic. Would love to see this one staged. ”
  • Asher Wyndham:
    5 Mar. 2017
    “ Trust, discretion, shame and the transaction of romantic/erotic relationship is examined brilliantly by this playwright. With brutal honesty it showcases dishonesty, and in doing so raises important questions... If we're open about what we want and what we want from other people, if we're honest about our needs and desires, without shame, is that the brilliant way to live a satisfying life? It's so easy to judge Abby, but think about it, there's a sugar baby in each of us. ”
  • Catherine Lanski:
    31 Jan. 2016
    “ Interesting examination of the sacrifices and choices we make and their unintended consequences. ”
  • Stephen Kaplan:
    1 Aug. 2015
    “ Unflaggingly confident in its portrayal of characters that behave like real people as their realistic complicated selves - it's refreshing to see such a strongly developed female leading character in this intricate and morally convoluted world. ”
  • Sheila Rinear:
    12 Jul. 2015
    “ Brilliant Works of Art, a tale of intrigue, love, artistic introspection, and expediency, moves at lightning speed without ever losing its sense of intimacy. The credible yet unpredictable characters build and unravel their tightly-knit triangle in some of the smoothest dialogue I've read in a while. The small cast in this full-length play provides a terrific venue for actors to plumb the depths of their characterization. ”
  • Robin Rice:
    20 Apr. 2015
    “ Themes twine intricately around this love triangle. Personalities leap out -- inevitable, secretive, manipulative, fierce. No cliche solution here. A smart, sophisticated play that will have you rooting for alternately one character, then another. ”

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