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PRAISE FOR
HAVING OUR SAY
"The most provocative and entertaining family play
to reach Broadway in a long time has a cast of two, a single set and a
time span of something less than two and a half hours. Yet it contains
dozens of characters, represents six generations and embraces nearly 200
years of black American life, which is also white American life."
-- Vincent Canby, The New York Times
"You want it to go on for 105 years. Their story is our story and
it's all true. HAVING OUR SAY is a national treasure. Don't miss it."
-- Joel Siegel, WABC-TV
"HAVING OUR SAY is a memorable evening of playgoing: gentle, sentimental,
with a subject that embraces the century. The ultimate family values show."
-- Jeremy Gerard, Variety
"It must be a wonderful thing to live to 100. Butthis is only part
of the charm and joy, not to mention the sheer interest, of the beautifully
modulated theatre-pieced, HAVING OUR SAY. The rest of the charm is the
Delany sisters themselves, who are two of the most delightful old ladies
you're ever going to meet. What a story it is! Do see HAVING OUR SAY --
it is a window on a world full of love pain, and a wonderous deal of hope."
-- Clive Barnes, The New York Post
"A loving autobiographical duet. What a life these women have led,
and how lovely to hear about America's real history from witnessess who
are such good company. This is nice."
-- Linda Winer, Newsday
"A stirring saga. For the Delany sisters, the struggle against
incalculable odds has ended in triumph."
-- Howard Kissel, The New York Daily News
"The Delany sisters' memoir is delightful, funny, touching and
powerful. They personify the triumph of intelligence and determination
over long odds. HAVING OUR SAY glows with warmth, wisdom, and wit. It's
a winner."
-- Stewart Klein, FOX-TV
"The Delany sisters' story is emotionally absorbing and very funny,
and there is plenty of laughter and tears. One of the brightest lights
on Broadway."
-- Fred Winship, UPI
"HAVING OUR SAY is one of the warmest and most heartening stories
audiences can enjoy on Broadway or off. You can't help but fall for these
ladies in a big way. Sadie and Bessie are a real couple of charmers, and
the loving bond they share with each other is always evident. This is
pure storytelling in the great old American tradition. Once you're there,
you may never want to leave. In fact, you'll probably want to return again.
Make a visit to the Delanys as soon as you can."
-- Michael Sommers, The Star-Ledger (Newhouse
Papers)
"The best company I've had in a long time. They are so endearing.
I wanted to get right up on stage and have dinner with them. It is a wonderful
play. I loved it."
-- Pia Lindstrom, WNBC-TV
"Witness the charm, wit, determination and undaunted pride that
exemplify two extraordinary lives."
-- Claude Reed, Amsterdam News
"A wonderful burst of genuine Americana. Smart, sassy, and sweet.
By all means, do attend to the Delany sisters having their say."
-- Dennis Cunningham, WCBS-TV
"A very special work, absorbing and ultimately enthralling. Emily
Mann's adaptation is elegant and subtle."
-- Martin Gottfried, NY Law Journal
"The impact of the Delany family's journey through American history
is indelible. A remarkable story."
-- Robert Friedberg, The Bergen Record
"In Emily Mann's beguiling, expertly crafted production, the Delany
Sisters are the most endearing persons to walk on the stage in many a
moon... the audience immediately falls in love."
-- Richard Christiansen, Chicago Tribune
"A charming, feel-good chronicle of the remarkable lives of two
remarkable sisters. As the Delany sisters clasp hands and ask us if we'd
like to stay for dinner, it's no wonder one theatregoer quickly called
out, 'Yes!'"
-- Hedy Weiss, Chicago Sun-Times
"An extraordinary experience and an unforgettable event. It is
difficult to put into words the warmth and inspiration that flows from
this remarkable play. You must see it and experience the joy itself."
-- Roy Leonard, WGN Radio/TV Chicago