Uncle Vanya Reviews
Los Angeles Times- Recommended
"...The tone hovers in a mysterious territory between tragedy and comedy, where laughter is always mixed with tears; Larsen often hits the perfect frequency."
LA Weekly- Recommended
"...In the hands of a less able cast and director, all this lethargy and squandered potential could have led to a production that engulfs the audience in torpor as well, as plenty of dismal Chekhovian stagings prove. But Robin Larsen's lively staging reveals the humor and urgency of this 116-year-old play."
Talkin Broadway- Somewhat Recommended
"...it showcases terrific acting from a strong ensemble However, Robin Larsen's direction, usually so astute, seems misjudged in a couple of significant ways here."
Broadway World- Recommended
"...The West Coast premiere of Annie Baker's translation of Anton Chekhov's classic UNCLE VANYA receives a brilliant mounting from the Antaeus Theatre Company. Robin Larsen directs her talented cast in a steady, flowing pace with just enough quiet moments to contrast the volatile, high emotional ones."
ArtsBeatLA- Recommended
"...But for lovers of Russian classics, and for lovers of updating dialogue, this is an excellent production, which should be seen."
On Stage Los Angeles- Recommended
"...All together it's what I believe Mr. Chekov would applaud heartily. I certainly do and encourage you to get to Antaeus in this, their last season on Lankershim."