“Sakata has moments of piercing authenticity — devastating pleas of understanding”

“Sakata has moments of a piercing authenticity — devastating pleas of understanding from marginalized immigrant corners.” 

Los Angeles Times
Charles McNulty

“Local treasure Jeanne Sakata makes mincemeat of Marceline…especially riotous”

“Local treasure Jeanne Sakata makes mincemeat of Marceline, especially riotous at the tribunal to stake her claim on Figaro…a knee-slapping blast.”

Los Angeles Times

“The masterful Sakata… sweet comic homage”

“Po Mama’s cooking videos—performed live by the masterful Sakata…..sweet comic homage to both stomachs and hearts.”

Los Angeles Times

“Sakata’s timing, presence and emotional resources are imposing”

“Master Class remains a remarkable construct, and it gives Jeanne Sakata a rich opportunity….Sakata meets the measure of the role’s demands….Sakata’s timing, presence and emotional resources are imposing.”

Los Angeles Times

“Inspired… Sakata is superb throughout”

“In an inspired bit of cross-gender casting, Sakata is superb throughout.”

Los Angeles Times