“ Micah Ariel Watson's potent use of language creates a theatrical tableaux that is at first light-hearted, but turns devastating on a dime. "Will Be Live" shows how three Black women deal with an encounter with an officer, and the tragic conclusion they all reach. A necessary play. ”

“ I love how this play starts with the broad "types"-- the fanatically religious mother, the absent-minded father, the droll and eye-rolling daughter, the quirky boy next door. But Lauder doesn't settle for types. She subverts the audience's expectations throughout the play by unveiling the depths of her characters. The character of Sylvia, the Evangelical mother, particularly stood out to me. Rather than a head shrieking fire-and-brimstone, Laufer poignantly depicts her as a woman desperate to believe in something larger than herself, and wants others to believe. A warm, funny, and unexpectedly thought-provoking play! ”

“ This is a relentlessly dark piece, and certainly not for the faint of heart. But DC Cathro has cleverly constructed this play almost like a mystery. You can't help but slowly lean into it as the story progresses. There are also a few neat, expected twists along the way. It also discusses the rape of a gay man, which is a topic we need to discuss more. Very powerful piece! ”

“ I both enjoyed and related deeply (sometimes TOO deeply) to this touching coming-of-age story. In just twenty pages, this play covers adolescent awkwardness, sexual awakening, first crush, coming out, and growing up. And it's all executed in such a breezy, light manner that you can't help but go along for the ride. The final moments were also incredibly touching. I love this play! ”