Reviews from Critics

"Shotgun’s ‘A Small Fire’ burns with what it is to be human."
- Lily Janiak | San Francisco Chronicle

"Mary Ann Rodgers’ direction is first-rate, and the actors all excel in their performances."
- Emily Mendel | Berkeleyside

"not-to-be-missed...fast-paced, emotion-packed...a Theatre Eddys Best Bet Production"
- Eddie Reynolds | Theatre Eddys

"These fine actors bring us fully into their world...A Small Fire offers a chance for healing."
- Barry Horowitz | Theatrius

"...a stellar performance by Desiree Rogers...wonderfully expressive and understated..."
- Steve Murray | Broadway World

Reviews from Theatergoers

"Great writing, staging, and acting."
—L.I.H.

"Great script, great set design and great acting."
—Anonymous

"Excellent! Excellent writing, acting, directing, sets"
—Anonymous

"Intriguing script with unexpected developments."
—Andrea

"HOLY WOW! We LOVED it. Poignant, didn't shy away from leaving the ragged edges out there uncomfortably…exquisitely well acted!"
—Deagon

"Compelling, fine performances and direction and design. Restored our faith in theatre and how beautifully effective it can be."
—Anonymous

"One of the best shows we have seen at the Shotgun Players!"
—T.S.