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Reviews of The Brothers Size

National Reviews

“Combines urgently rhythmic dialogue with the lingering strangeness of a dream.” - The Standard “The greatest piece of writing by an American playwright under 30 in a generation or more.” - The Chicago Tribune

“intimate, powerful” - The Berkshire Edge

“Context truly is everything, and as poignant as The Brothers Size still is, at its core it’s good art.” - Arts ATL “a thoughtful, compelling tale of family and heritage mixing themes that will resonate with anyone who has known the burdens and challenges of siblinghood.” - Theater Mania

“magical and bracing portrait of southern masculinity” - The Guardian

Audience Raves

"The show was incredible! I couldn't stop thinking about it!"

"Moving story. Incredible acting. Both my husband and I shed tears. Would go again in a heartbeat."

"When you're talking about the play all the way home, into the house and then again as soon as you awaken the next day, you know the experience has had an impact."

Local Reviews

"This challenging but rich play, offered up by dedicated artists, affords an opportunity to absorb what we may not fully understand, stirring empathy and connecting us with deeper knowing." - Darleen Ortega, Oregon ArtsWatch

"The production's greatest strength lies in its exceptional cast." - Krista Garver, Broadway World

"Every actor is excellent. The singing is beautiful. The costumes and choreography are exactly right for the story unspooling before us. All production values are as one expects from Portland Center Stage." - Sandra de Helen, Shoutout

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