“ Cole achieves two things so well here—an empathetic picture of economic realities squeezing out the middle class and, more deliciously, a scathing portrait of a one-sided friendship. Paige is a perfectly drawn antagonist—the clueless loser and user that everyone of us has encountered. Amelia is a big-hearted enabler caught in her own best intentions. Juicy roles for two actresses keen on digging into the complex psychology of everyday life. ”

“ The title of this compelling and heartfelt play refers to some specific artwork left behind by a talented dead painter, but also, metaphorically, to the brave pursuit of an art and a life that are at once fragile and immutable. Williams deftly plays with this metaphor, exploring big questions about the legacy of an artist and the mysteries that permeate even the most loving, committed relationships. WATERCOLORS gallops along like an intriguing, beautifully-structured mystery, then dares to pause for us to catch our breaths and think about deeper things. A rich and accomplished work. ”

“ Doris is an absolutely hilarious character, a “little old lady” who quickly sheds her repressed demeanor with aplomb now that widowhood has propelled her to the public library for books on grief … or … sex? I’d wager there is not a single actress “of a certain age” who wouldn’t kill to play this role. I hope many theatres give them the chance! Another perceptive and entertaining slice of truth about aging from Marj O’Neill-Butler. ”

“ Bruce Karp’s plays often provide a compassionate, humanist perspective, and ANGELS AND PASTRAMI is no exception. A charming, thought-provoking fantasy with very real and timely underpinnings, this story about the harsh reality of being unhoused contains surprising multitudes – and much to ponder -- in its richly-wrought ten-minutes. The ending is both heartbreaking and heartwarming. ”