Reviews

Proof by David Auburn

delaney572e4's review against another edition

3.0

I really liked it but I'm also not sure if I would have liked it as much if I wasn't a math nerd.
I also think there could have been a chance to discuss a broader issue here about women in mathematics, and women being forced to put aside their own lives to take care of their families, which Auburn doesn't take. Like, the in depth look at this one family is fine, but I feel like he could have done that while also commenting on more general issues.

samanthadoolittle's review against another edition

5.0

Rereading for school, and it holds up impeccably well.

beemini's review against another edition

4.0

Always listen to plays as audiobooks. I enjoyed it even though I’m not sure it’s as deep as I think it thinks it is.

thekqy's review against another edition

5.0

4.5 stars

it was awesome to read, lots to handle in here!

worth waking up at 2am to read and finish

tannerhowsden's review against another edition

4.0

Very powerful play. Perhaps the most realistic view I've seen regarding getting life back on track after losing a loved one that you were caring for. Each of the characters is engrossing, and the plot moves along great. Highly recommended.

thishannah's review against another edition

I love reading plays because they move so quickly! Act 1 on the train to work, Act 2 on the way back. This one was great and very easy to get into, possibly enhanced by the hours of quality time I have spent in the presence of mathematicians.

jzthecatlady's review against another edition

emotional inspiring sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I really enjoyed this play. It was compelling, concise, and had lots of good emotional beats. As a theater professional it also would be simple to put on in any community setting, which I appreciate.

chinney's review against another edition

emotional tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A good play about bi-polar geniuses.  Not earth shaking, but captures the mood well.  

vaparks's review against another edition

5.0

All I want to do is perform this play—- immediately.

itsemma's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0