The Baby Monitor
Closed 1h 40m
The Baby Monitor
83%
83%
(17 Ratings)
Positive
88%
Mixed
12%
Negative
0%
Members say
Relevant, Absorbing, Great acting, Intelligent, Resonant

About the Show

A new play exploring same-sex parenting and family values in today’s America.


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Critic Reviews (2)

TheaterScene.net
December 19th, 2018

“That it involves the relatively new phenomenon of gay parenthood gives it an added impact. That it is written with a thorough understanding of the complexities of gay parenthood vs. conservatives-in-liberal-clothing keeps it constantly edgy. And, that it has a relatively positive ending makes it a valuable addition to this literature in a season when Michael McKeever's popular ‘Daniel's Husband’ excited interest in a storyline also involving gay marriage, one with a decidedly dire conclusion.”
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L
December 10th, 2018

"Poignant, highly original new piece...it is unlikely that this subject matter has been explored in a more emotionally complete way...'The Baby Monitor' is unafraid to navigate into previously uncharted territory, particularly when it comes to tackling the issue of the deeply ingrained prejudices still faced by LGBTQ people...Miniño’s direction is brisk and clean. The energetic cast is universally excellent, unafraid to give the audience sweat, tears, and yes, even blood."
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