“The work of Smith and Steel gels seamlessly under the genius guidance of Corey McMahon to give us yet another sensational piece of work from Theatre Republic. There just aren’t enough superlatives to explain how uplifting it is to see a brilliant actor use the gift of brilliant writing guided by a brilliant director supported by a brilliant production team. Go see it and take all of your friends.”

“James Smith’s Matt is a marvel of theatrical engineering and engagement. Steel chops up time and space and Smith surpasses the challenge of turning 28 characters into meaty chunks of New York personae. Within this narrative complexity director Corey McMahon, Steele and Smith put you on the streets of NY – you can smell hot dogs and B.O. and simultaneously marvel at Smith’s virtuosity with accents and emotion. Bravo!”

“The profundity of Steel’s writing is uncovered in Smith’s performance. While Matt is his central character – a bright-eyed, ambitious, and earnest 20-something who is immediately endearing to audiences – Smith portrays a total of 28 different roles. Under the direction of Corey McMahon, each is astoundingly distinct and well established. ”

“In Theatre Republic’s impressive production, unerringly directed by Corey McMahon, Steel’s text is brought vividly into life. James Smith steps into the centre stage with an ease and expressive range which is astonishing. We have seen his work flourish in Adelaide. Here, he shows what he can do with an empty stage and a beautifully nuanced text.”