“Melanie Lawrence and Danielle Leneé have engaging chemistry that’s fun to watch, but they can also deliver the darker and more dismal aspects of their characters.”

— Phindie

“…utterly captivating to watch. Lawrence held such power in her gaze on stage in the first scene, that Tituba’s presence was sorely missed throughout the rest of the play.”

— Theatre Bloom

“Lawrence captures Ruth’s exhaustion and frustration and later her joy and hope.”

- MD Theatre Guide

“Melanie A. Lawrence, out of Temple University School of Theater, brought depth to her role as Barbados-born Tituba.”

— D.C. Metro Theater Arts

“Melanie Lawrence as T comes off realistically to the extent you half forget you’re watching a play and think you’re in a Boston tattoo dive listening to teenage girls having their immature chatter.”

- Neal’s Paper

“Two standout performers who give us “You Are There” moments, channeling 1692 with utter verisimilitude, are Melanie A. Lawrence as Tituba and Bill Hurlbut as Deputy-Governor Danforth.”

— MD Theatre Guide