Intrusion

See it if like to learn a very relevant subject while entertained by a great actress performing exceptional array of characters. Truly very impressive

Don't see it if This is a must see.

See it if You're interested in a look at sexual assault from a point of view in an unimaginable future.

Don't see it if you're not interested

See it if You appreciate great acting on serious topic (rape). This is a perfect example that one-woman-show can be great without being sexual at all.

Don't see it if You are really anti-feminism. Give it a chance, there are so much happening in an hour...

See it if you would like to see a tour de force consisting of wonderful acting making a thought provoking statement on rape.

Don't see it if rape and great acting offends you.

See it if You love political theatre with a social message.

Don't see it if Everything has to make sense.

Also I was not entirely sure why this play is set 20 years in the future, or why it is called intrusion.... Read more Read less

See it if You are interested in an excellent actress who can portray numerous viewpoints from varied characters, like Anna Devere Smith

Don't see it if You want a full storyline drama and you are a little overwhelmed by all the talk of sexual violence

Also Ms kadwani portrays numerous characters in sketches , some of which are brillliant. I look forward to more performances from her... Read more Read less

See it if you like plays where one actor portrays different characters, each presenting his or her perspective on a shocking event.

Don't see it if if plays about rape and society's reaction to it do not appeal to you.

See it if You enjoy one woman shows about serious subjects, like rape and violation with facts and dates to back it up

Don't see it if You want to laugh and not think

See it if You want to be "schooled" in a good way about rape culture and the #me too movement of women fighting back against sexual harassment.

Don't see it if You have no patience for a timely and important one woman show that's more of an instruction course than a play but there's drama in it too.

See it if you enjoy one person shows where numerous characters are played without interaction with each other - the actress/writer is a dynamo.

Don't see it if you hate being talked at by 8 different characters in a futuristic time/circumstance that doesn't quite hold up. Lots of data shared.

Also Stage lighting was blinding in the first row.

See it if you are interested in artistic production that is informed by the #MeToo moment.

Don't see it if you do not like solo shows, or you do, but you like them to find a dramatic arc.

Also I found the performer skilled and personable. But what plot there was felt disconnected. The conceit that rape had been obliterated for 20 years and then reappeared worked against fostering urgency or audience identification with what was going on in the play. A few characters operated more like expert lecturers than characters. Not one character (there are 8) was a direct party to any sexual assault. This made for a play with scant drama.... Read more Read less

See it if you like one-person shows on significant social issues. Acting is solid, but script is uneven. Premise isn't compelling; it should/could be.

Don't see it if you want fully engaging theater. You'll learn facts (Wiki on rape teaches more), but you won't feel much. No victim/ perp speaks. Slow parts

See it if you are so compelled by the admittedly important subject that you are willing to sit through a lecture Well meaning but not engaging

Don't see it if you go to theater to be drawn into the characters and their world. There is none of that here. It starts out promising but becomes doctrine

See it if you like solid acting and want to learn about the politics, history, and sociology of rape and sexual abuse.

Don't see it if you want to be engaged throughout. Some of the characters were interesting, but too many simply lectured.

See it if You want to see a one woman show about the history, politics, thoughts, feelings and perspectives on rape. Want a lecture on history of rape

Don't see it if You don’t like one person shows, not interested in the topic of rape, don’t like lectures

Also This is a tough topic to make into a show and I give the writer/actress credit for taking it on. There was some good acting but overall it was more of a lecture than a play... Read more Read less

See it if you'd like a one woman show about anger regarding the Me Too movement presented in a somewhat militant tone.

Don't see it if you want something original with new ideas.

See it if you want to see a sincere "polemic" on how society, men and women, profit from rape.

Don't see it if you expect a real play dealing with the very interesting topic about how a society deals with reality intruding on its principles.

See it if you enjoy watching an unbelievably versatile actor whose every word & action invests you and brings an incredible script to life.

Don't see it if you are not interested in solo plays or learning about sexual violence through theatre.

See it if you're looking for an emotionally and intellectually challenging bravura solo performance by a gifted writer/performer.

Don't see it if You're looking for "fluff" entertainment that doesn't require self-reflection and thought.

Also Rape is not an easily discussed public issue, especially in a theatrical environment. Quarrat Ann Kadwani‘s brilliant solo performance in Intrusion at St. Luke’s Theater offers a broad array of characters each discussing the different aspects and legalities regarding rape. They range from personal to academic. Each character she portrays has an individual and unique perspective on rape; some emotionally heartbreaking, some angry, some legal, and some intellectual. Ms. Kadwani’s combination of research, writing skills, and acting professionalism brings a difficult subject matter to the stage in such an entertaining, enthralling, and thoughtful way as to merge the feelings and thoughts of her characters with that of the audience, creating an emotional bond that brings a deeper understanding of this sensitive subject.

BRAVO to Ms. Kadwani for having the courage, integrity, and talent to make it all work beautifully. I loved the show, loved her performance, and highly recommend it.... Read more Read less

See it if You like to be provoked and moved by theatre

Don't see it if Factual insights and snippets in a show aren’t your thing

See it if You 've never experienced a solo play. It's great to see the actress transition from 1 character to another - especially a child at 1 point.

Don't see it if You're not interested in discussing the topic of sexual violence.