- ‘crackling dialogue, voyeuristic thrills and inevitable juicy postshow conversation’
-TIME OUT NEW YORK 4 Star Critic’s Pick
- ‘Ms. Auger depicts the complexity and contradiction in our sexual behavior…’
- ‘Director Audrey Alford has put together a tight, perfectly timed production…’
- ‘The actors are in their skin with these roles, spot on.’
- ‘Along with the playwright, Ms. Alford orchestrates a blend of authentic human behavior and levity.’
– FRONT ROW CENTER
- ‘… A fierce and biting satire…’
- ‘ Ms. Auger draws complex portraits of all four of her characters as confused souls who fail to understand each other or themselves…’
- ‘All four actors, well directed by Audrey Alford, are definitely committed to plumbing the depths of their characters, flaws and all…’
- ‘…The writing is sharp as a tack, making for a most provocative evening of theater.’
– TALKIN’ BROADWAY
- ‘[Donkey Punch is] an edgy and modern piece that presents relationships and friendships through a nuanced filter…
- ‘Director Audrey Alford has been able to skillfully contain the characters’ tensions and our anxieties, releasing them through sexual and violent acts that flare up throughout the piece.’
– STAGE BUDDY
- ‘Aided by Auger’s sharp, witty and well-crafted script, this production benefits from strong performances from both Dortch-Crozer and Gray…’
- ‘…An overall strong production, thanks to Audrey Alford’s direction…’
- ‘Donkey Punch is a well-written, well-acted examination of the friendship of two women and their beginning to come to terms with who they really are…’
– THEATRE PIZZAZZ
Like Poetry By Kristian O’Hare
“This highly promising production, which concluded its run on Wednesday night, is beautifully structured, with an impressive blend of poignancy and humor, nicely distinct performances, and respectfully playful direction by Audrey Alford.”
– The New York Times