“…These ladies are not just experiencing the navigation of the waves and current, but in fact, they are learning to navigate their friendships, their fears and where they are in their lives. While the subject matter is indeed about surfing and their being able to overcome their fear of same, the truth is the basic story is about their lives, past and present, and even a little into the future. ” — Alan Bresloff, AROUND THE TOWN CHICAGO

“WIPEOUT is about so much more than simply catching a wave and surfing, although the journey these women take to learn the sport is a metaphor. It cleverly mirrors the journey in life that people take and, at a certain age, reflect upon. The distance traveled, the people we meet and the experiences we glean make life a rich tapestry of wonder. Aurora Real de Asua sees that. She is a name to remember because I think she’s going to have a shining future as a brilliant, new playwright.” — Colin Douglas, CHICAGO THEATRE REVIEW

“…Mirthful and snappy quips and zingers make up the bulk of the women’s conversations and keep the show afloat. While serious topics act as tent poles for the plot, most of the interaction relies on jokes and absurdities delivered in a rapid and well-timed manner. Some of them are real gut-busters, like when Gary laments about wanting to surf as a kid, but that “my mother wouldn’t let me. She couldn’t take the patchouli!”” —Tristan Bruns, NEWCITY CHICAGO

“A brilliant story told in real time. A play about long-time friends and how important it is to grow old with people you love. This is a play that features characters that we just don’t see on stage that often. Loved how complex these characters were and how they are so much deeper than we originally assume. A hysterical and moving play… —Shaun L.