Washer/Dryer Reviews
Los Angeles Times- Somewhat Recommended
"...That said, at its heart the piece is a sincere, well-intended contrivance that gets its laughs like clockwork but isn't exactly unfamiliar. Audiences with an appetite for light comedy may well enjoy it, yet this "Washer/Dryer" could use more realistic starch and less synthetic fabric softener."
LA Weekly- Not Recommended
"...The show, directed by Peter J. Kuo, aspires to be a kind of Barefoot in the Park for the 21st century, but the funny bits, such as a frantic, scored scramble to tidy up the apartment from prying eyes and an overly long hiding-in-plain-sight sequence, try too hard and ring hollow. As the gay BFF, Sam (Corey Wright) is shoehorned into a scarf-flouncing, hand-snapping, straight-talking plot device sent to set Sonya's head straight. Huie plays Michael's meddlesome, gold-biting, kung fu–fighting mother to the hilt, but it's a type we've seen in half a dozen tasteless Hollywood movies, with little added depth here. The stakes - threat of eviction, dissolution of the marriage - register only as remote possibilities, particularly with Khatau, who demonstrates more passion in defending her washer/dryer than fighting with her husband."
Broadway World- Recommended
"...Perfect mix of talents all-around combine for East West Players' well-produced world premiere of playwright Nandita Shenoy's witty Washer/Dryer. Director Peter J. Kuo whips this talented cast of five through a fast, even paced ninety-minutes of social issues served up on a tasty elixir of laughter."
Stage Scene LA- Recommended
"...If ever there were an East West Players World Premiere that deserves national legs in mainstream theaters, Washer/Dryer is that play, and if ever there were one deserving of Hollywood consideration, this one fills that bill to a T. It's an absolute winner from start to finish."
ArtsInLA- Somewhat Recommended
"...Directed by Peter Kuo with a sitcom sensibility, the piece feels like a pilot of the likes of Dharma & Greg. Or, with its running time of 90 minutes, the pleasant if formulaic play might suffice for the first four episodes. Of course, for those who loved Dharma & Greg, this is quite a compliment. The five actors here apparently satisfy Kuo's and Shenoy's vision of this play, which seems to favor breezy laughs over what could be pointed commentary on all marriages."
Thespian Thoughts- Recommended
"...Sometimes, just sometimes, like with an athlete's perfect performance in the Olympics, there is nothing to fault. Such is the case with this magnificent new comedy – a triumphant coming together of acting, directing, writing and timing."