THE BALTIMORE WALTZ by Paula Vogel

"Retro Productions presents a heart-wrenching interpretation of Peter Nichols’ "Poignant, Thought-Provoking Theatre...  The dialogue is the kind of phrasing that feels so poignant, relatable, and perfectly crafted to embody just the right feeling that there is a tangible shiver throughout the audience. There are only three cast members, each as strong as the next... The performances are the kind that are so solid, it makes the ending even harder to stomach and the realization of the overall farce a punch straight to the gut." - Juliana Adame, Broadwayworld

"It’s a delicate mix and balance of design, direction and acting that Retro Theatre Productions excels at in its revival of Paula Vogel’s classic about the AIDS crisis and personal grief...  There are outstanding performances by the cast of three...  this production has found its perfect balance...  Modern theatre is often about The Now or even about The Next, but Retro Productions understands the importance of remembering our recent history. The significance of reflection is always poignantly observed in their revivals and The Baltimore Waltz is no different. It is a satisfying and beautiful tribute of a time and play worth remembering." - Gina Femia, New York Theatre Review

"Extremely funny and ultimately heartbreaking…as an example of early AIDS-themed theatre, it’s important; as the story of siblings who find themselves being brought together and torn apart by a strange and inexorable illness, it’s a treasure. Come for the history; stay for the art." - Regina Robbins, Theater is Easy

"This production makes a vivid case for this early Vogel work." - Joel Benjamin, Theater Pizazz

"An inclusive discursive experience which audaciously crosses the borders, yet forcefully unites the humor with the tragedy, the past with the present,  and the queer with the mainstream, while remaining vigilant and critical of all." - Ivan Savvine, Out There Magazine