Troilus & Cressida Reviews

Los Angeles Times- Somewhat Recommended

"...Nonetheless, it's a nobly intended effort, and nobody's fault that Euripides got there first."

LA Weekly- Recommended

"...Minimalist staging is the right choice for the small space at the Whitmore-Lindley; the absence of scenic design puts the focus on the able ensemble. Charles Pasternak's fight choreography thrills to no end. As director, Pasternak mines the war story skillfully but never finds the sizzle or urgency integral to the central love story."

The Tolucan Times- Recommended

"...Director Charles Pasternak always does a superb job with the choreography. The fighting scenes are impressive and dramatic. There is focus and intent with the cast. Missing was some boldness, controlled recklessness. Not from the production itself, or pacing, but rather theme. As the story is not easily accessible, perhaps a modern twist or reference to a recent historical event would give it some oomph."

LA Stage Times- Recommended

"...The Porters version is absorbing throughout and becomes downright exciting in the second act, when the two sides first fraternize with each other after-hours, as if they're all great pals, and then proceed to the next day's slaughter."

Melpomene Blogs Back- Recommended

"...The play has an abrupt ending, some unanswered questions and characters with whom it is difficult to sympathize. Yet The Porters have handled "the problem play" with aplomb, making Troilus & Cressida the newest notch in their lengthy list of successes."

Advice To The Players- Recommended

"...The Porters have not attempted to resolve these problems, but rather simply to explore them. At the end of the day, the Porters' production- like Shakespeare's text- remains a compelling piece of theatre, warts and all."