“ This play showcases excellence in feminist playwriting, roles for women/femme/queer/non-binary characters, and characters of color, but this play is also incredibly innovative in its structure and use of climbing pitches as a format for its dramatic text. This play reckons with a continuously evolving landscape of queer identity in both rock climbing and the community formerly known as Boystown in Chicago. The structure of the piece is stacked similar to that of The Wolves, but is also it's own form entirely. A fantastic ensemble piece and a MUST read! ”

“ As a movement specialist, I thoroughly enjoy and appreciate this play! Not only does this play showcase relatable characters, but also provides interesting challenges in terms of actors playing anthropomorphic personifications of songs! A beautiful story of how songs impact us and make us deal with truths about ourselves. Colleges and universities should seek this play out for production! ”

“ This play is an absolutely wild ride for three dynamic actors. I appreciate the way that Brandli has chosen to tackle a subject that might be difficult for some to comprehend and a genre that is not often seen on our stages and make it accessible through her compelling story and dynamic relationships. I would love to see this work on stage! ”

“ I had the absolute joy of reading this play for the Student Jane Chambers Playwriting Competition. En Las Sombras is compelling, beautifully told, and is an exemplary work for feminist values and roles for women and queer folx. This play speaks to the heart of the issue of detention centers at the border through the use of allegory, metaphor, and cultural references. A brilliant work! ”