While Yeung mines academic wit and undergraduate glibness for comedy, "Theory" is a tragedy in the Hegelian sense: a collision of irreconcilable ethical world views and this collision makes for an immensely intelligent and provocative drama that will resonate with anyone who has ever had to question their beliefs or their allegiances and discomfort those who are too certain of themselves.

It's a thrill both on page and on the stage.

I reviewed the 2019 US premiere for Washington City Paper: https://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/arts/theater/article/21096508/theor…...

Part thriller and part engaging and heady piece on academia, thought policing, and PC culture, "Theory" is a gripping read from beginning to end! I found myself both cringing at some of Isabelle's actions and also fully understanding where she was coming from and applauding the ideas behind her tactics. The transitions between scenes were theatrical and created interesting contrasts, and the eclectically sized scenes themselves kept me engaged and on my toes. I'd love to see this staged!

This is a deeply engaging play that works both as a tensely plausible thriller and as a provocative social commentary. Incredibly timely and gripping.