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“We enjoyed the play. Excellent pacing, and acting, terrific set and costuming. The play touched many emotions since we, too, suffered the loss of a child (even at her 34 years it was not easy). But as the play implies you go on and now we celebrate her life and accomplishments through the many legacies she left.” -Saul and Miriam

“I was worried going into this play because the subject matter is not something I would seek out for entertainment. But the play was amazing and I am really glad you did it (though I am starting to get a bit weepy at my desk just thinking about it!) I think if the characters had less prickly personalities it would have turned into a very maudlin play. It could also have hit us on the head with the guilt each character felt, but it handled that part really well, and I felt there was hope at the end. So, good job!” -Camille

“We went to the play last night with trepidation, expecting something “heavy.” What a pleasant surprise to encounter such a well-written, balanced presentation of the emotions that follow bereavement. (And, of course, the acting was superb!)” -Sandy

“The play was excellent – one of the best ever. I had read all about it when it was on Broadway so knew it would be a terrific work. The acting was wonderful. Each character was so well done. I was particularly impressed with Howie. As my father and brother both died quite young I am well-acquainted with grief and have read a lot about grief. Rabbit Hole was such a close and accurate look at grieving. So many people in the audience were nodding at different times. I think it reaches audience members in a very personal way.” -Julie

“My husband and I have been members for several years now and I must say that the plays have been enjoyable and at times provocative. Rabbit Hole was just magnificent and we and our friends who join us for the Sun. afternoon series couldn’t stop talking and debating the play. All of us thought it was right on target in depicting trauma and individual response to tragedy.” -Lynda

“We hesitated to even go, as the subject matter seemed too awful to endure. But we were there and it was wonderful. So sensitively done. The acting, set and direction were up to the usual Arden standards.” -Lita

“This was our first time at the Arden – and we loved it. We received the postcard and got some friends involved to subscribe to three plays. Rabbit Hole was quite moving for me — and stimulated great conversation post performance. We were very impressed by the production. Loved the use of the stage and the moving sets. Thought the production values were spot on. And most important – loved the writing. How the playwright set up the action – use of language, twisting repetition of events, the contortions of familial communication. And of course, the director brought it all to life with balance and momentum.” -Laura

“I attended the show on Friday night and, knowing a bit about the story line, was not sure if I would enjoy the play. The acting was spectacular. Everyone was wonderful. It was one of the best productions I have seen in a long time. Thanks to all for a memorable evening.” -Nancy

“We thought the play was wonderful and we’ve recommended it to friends. I felt it was a perfect play in many ways: It was unflinchingly honest and accurately portrayed a family in grief over the loss of a child. The playwright balanced the grief with well-timed flashes of humor, in order to prevent the story from sinking into bathos. The acting was on target and I never detected a false note in anyone’s performance.” -Jay

“We liked it very, very, much… Very well written play. I can easily see why it won a Pulitzer. Very nicely performed as well.” -Anne