“An extremely powerful play about justice, revenge and forgiveness...It’s a measure of the play’s success that abstract questions about vengeance and mercy are given a concrete application…It helps that the piece is performed by two first-rate actors…Wilkinson’s play provides no easy answers but poses a series of compelling questions about the nature of moral responsibility.”
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“It is hard to imagine a less theatrical stage work…This piece has the feel of a long, ethereal radio play…Wilkinson has written a play that is deliberately disjointed and can be very confusing as time circles around. It doesn't help that the central figure is driven mad by his loss, such that his behavior is often irrational. ‘My Eyes Went Dark’ tries hard to get under the skin of an innocent victim but many might conclude that it misses its goal by some way."
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“The telephone as a device is repeatedly used until it overstays its welcome. The audience is required to work harder than necessary to make sense of what is going on...MacAninch’s interpretation of Nikolai is believable enough, but the character is portrayed as abstract and aloof…The show suffers because it is very difficult to feel any sympathy for Nikolai…The narrative is not in chronological order, making it difficult to follow quite exactly who is alive and dead at a given point.”
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“A thought-provoking and accomplished new play brought to vivid life in a high-quality production…Each scene peels away a new layer of character, events and meaning, which sets the previous in a new light…It is Jayasundera’s work that staggers…Superb technical accomplishment sees her snap between roles...in a heartbeat but talent demands that she embodies them so completely and convincingly.”
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“One of the finest pieces of theatre produced this season…Wilkinson takes you on a spectacularly believable journey…The multi-talented Jayasundera who played every other character in the play could not be faulted. She had made a complete, seamless choice for each. With two such magnificent actors, this play truly shines…If I had queued overnight for this production, it would have been worth it. It would be a crime if a single seat for this production goes unsold.”
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“This is not a simple play. Matthew Wilkinson’s script speaks volumes and is executed perfectly by the two actors. Jayasundera’s many characters are flawless and distinct – it is a privilege to watch this woman work. It is a superlative example of exceptional acting confined to two electrifying performances that make the script breathe life, and death. The story is uncomfortable and gritty and the production visceral and bare. Go into this play prepared; it is not for the faint hearted.”
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