The New Testament

by Neil LaBute

Director

“The best play... is, by far, this edgy story about a controversial subject: colorblind casting in the theater…. The New Testament  is perhaps the best thing yet from the prolific Neil LaBute.”  Stagezine

“…he offers something new and dazzling. “The New Testament,” his new one act on racism changes the conversation to something daring, unconventional and ultimately, quite powerful… Dolores Rice’s direction is so smooth and polished that it is hard to fathom that the cast is acting. TheaterScene

LaBute reveals a surprising (and refreshing) frisky side in The New Testament… but director Dolores Rice ensures that beneath the laughs the dangerously venomous side of the writer (a ferocious Jeff Binder) isn't softened by the idiocy of his remarks. Time Out

 “Neil LaBute's The New Testament  - riveting, sections of dialogue filled with the emotional charge and exacting cadence of LaBute's best work.” Theatermania

 “Neil LaBute brings us his customarily boundary-pushing, controversial questions to chew on in The New Testament… Dolores Rice’s direction keeps the lively debate moving.” Showbusiness Weekly

“Director Dolores Rice keeps the energy coursing at a nail-biting pace as the trio tries to navigate the faith and race questions.” Backstage

Neil LaBute’s piece The New Testament, however, is like the baby bear’s porridge of the night that tastes just right. Theasy.com

“…the short work features LaBute's talent for blistering, hilarious dialogue. The New York Post

 “…a number of Mr. LaBute’s characteristically biting zingers as the one-act celebrates its cynical view of show business.” The New York Times