LA Weekly - Not Recommended
"...Unfortunately, neither will find much to like in director Marco Gomez's uninspired and decidedly un-Felliniesque revival (on Amanda Lawson's drab cinderblock set). As the story's sexually charged but woman-troubled film director, David Michael Treviño proves an unusually low-voltage romantic lead. It's a drawback that retards whatever sparks might have flown among the admittedly uneven, nearly all-female ensemble."
LA Splash - Recommended
"...DOMA theatre never disappoints. The production quality, the acting, costumes and singing all excel in their new production."
Stage Scene LA - Recommended
"...While not the unqualified triumph that was their recent Dreamgirls, Nine The Musical adds to DOMA Theatre Company's growing reputation, at the very least offering Broadway musical lovers the rare opportunity to check out this rarely-produced Maury Yeston gem."
StageHappenings.com - Recommended
"...In the new production at Doma I am pleased to say that the songs come through fairly well.
Examiner - Recommended
"...There is, however, one element that I found a little uncomfortable. To my simple mind I found the show to wander a bit. Maybe it was the abundant use of flash backs, or maybe it seemed to me that in various moments there was no ascertainable purpose or direction. I also found both the opening and the closing scenes to be a little weak. Again the performances were all first class and overall the show is superbly entertaining but as with all of life – not perfect."
The Tolucan Times - Recommended
"...This is an elaborate and entertaining production, folks. Do try to catch it!"
ArtsBeatLA - Somewhat Recommended
"...The problem with Nine as a musical is not the music or the story, however, but the disconnect between the two. Yeston's music seems to outpace Arthur Kopit's book and because of that flaw, Guido becomes something of an unbalanced character."
LA Stage Times - Not Recommended
"...Arthur Kopit's book meanders, and Maury Yeston's score is surprisingly lackluster. I've now seen at least three productions of Nine, but I think it will take another six before I'm able to remember any of the songs a day later."
LA Progressive - Not Recommended
"...Despite the fact that I'm a stickler for originality and have a chip on my shoulder against the endless recycling of material in order to capitalize on pre-established brand names (don't get me started, Superman!), I actually quite enjoyed DOMA Theatre Co.'s iteration of Nine at the MET Theatre."
Frontiers - Recommended
"...Still, while this production of Nine might not be a 10, it is a wonderful opportunity to hear a charming score -part Sondheim, part Jacques Brel-delivered by a game cast in a well-appointed but intimate setting."
Culture Spot LA - Recommended
"...DOMA's co-founder Marco Gomez skillfully directs his gifted cast of spectacular voices with clever staging and Rae Toledo's delightful and sometimes very sexy choreography."
Grigware Blogspot - Recommended
"...Known for some pretty terrific singing, DOMA accepts the challenges of Nine and with director Marco Gomez pulling out the stops and letting his skilled cast reach for the stars, this production works on many levels, will entertain you, and even make you muse from time to time."
LifeInLA - Recommended
"...The plot is amusing, the characters are compelling, but what makes Nine such an enjoyable show is ultimately its music. You will find yourself leaving the theater humming memorable refrains from the various musical numbers, and there are several that are indeed memorable."
The Los Angeles Post - Not Recommended
"...There really isn't a likable character. It's a story about a self-destructive person who leaves victims every time he moves. I found I just didn't care what happened in the end. The play dragged and I drifted off, unable to stay focused on the activity. Perhaps it just was just not interesting enough to keep me alert. I was not alone in this experience. The man sitting next to me, a perfect stranger, turned and asked me in a low whisper to nudge him if he falls asleep again."
