MICHAEL BARAKIVA

Director • Writer • Producer

BURN THIS

By Lanford Wilson

Shakespeare Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA

"Director Michael Barakiva has created a winning production replete with evocative dialogue, scintillating acting, and subject matter that resonates through the soul. "Burn This" is a flamboyant triumph of a play, making it a welcome addition to the Shakespeare Santa Cruz repertoire."

- Leslie Patrick (A&E Theatre)

"Under the taut and impressive direction of Michael Barakiva, the play is fast-paced and beautifully constructed. Timing is excellent, sometimes frenzied and sometimes slyly parodying the cliches of romantic drama."

- Ann Bennett (Santa Cruz Sentinel)