What critics are saying

  • "One of the best acted, best directed and most thought-provoking shows I have ever seen on an Indy area stage or elsewhere, as well as being perhaps the boldest show choice I can possibly imagine in the modern era.”

    — Larry Adams, A Seat on the Aisle

  • “Not enough can be said about the work American Live Theatre is doing in our town. This play is just the latest example of the high-caliber performances they've been producing. If you can't make it to this one, I hope you'll keep them on your radar for future shows."

    — Melissa Hall, Broadway World

  • “Continuing its critical mission to present 'relevant, provocative and entertaining work to Indy audiences,' American Lives Theatre, shepherded effectively by its founder and Artistic Director, Chris Saunders, struck gold once again."

    — Tom Alvarez, On the Aisle with Tom Alvarez

  • "Vivacious and funny as well as informative."

    Jay Harvey, Jay Harvey Upstage

  • "American Lives Theatre has once again demonstrated that it is home to serious artists making enthralling theater."

    Adam Crowe, A Seat on the Aisle

  • "Performances are sublime."

    John Lyle Belden, Plays with John and Wendy

What audiences are saying

  • “Changing the landscape of theatre in Indy for the MUCH better. Consider the bar raised."

  • “The best show I have seen in Indianapolis in ten years."

  • “Absolutley gripping show and amazing performances across the board."

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In 2021, after years of workshops and rewrites, ALT mounted its first World Premiere musical, ‘Oak Island: A Chamber Musical,’ book by Brandi Underwood and Music by Joe Barsanti.