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"Sheila Rinear is that rare writer in that she is both an enormously gifted observer of humanity as well an outstanding member of humanity. She not only starts off with great words on the page but she is so giving and committed to collaboration that the true joy of working with Sheila is the journey of mounting a full production."
-Johnny Minton, Firelight Players, Producer of Rinear's Women of Letters
"As a playwright and teacher, Sheila Rinear is generous, creative and deeply humane. She brings meticulous research and careful observation of human behavior to her plays which never fail to excite and inspire her audiences."-Dr. Kae Koger, Director of Play Development University of Oklahoma, Dramaturg for Rinear's Deities
"Sheila Rinear writes with grace and humor about thought-provoking subjects. She knows how to tell a good story and keeps the audience interested and entertained. At the same time, she manages to include some education, enlightenment or controversy that will lead to further discussionÂ…Rinear writes characters who are as real and complex as the people watching, real characters who deal with crises and stresses in their lives, characters who learn how to overcome their crises with positive action."-Diane Malone, Artistic Director Church Theatre and Bistro (San Antonio) and Director of reading for Rinear's Life Lines
"San Antonio playwright Sheila Rinear leavens dark stuff with nicely written humor; striking a strong balance between comedy and drama."-Deborah Martin, San Antonio Express News
"Sheila (Rinear) has a wonderful ability to bring passion and humanity to all of her characters. Audiences can easily connect with their desires and obstacles due to the clarity of her language and universal themes."-Dona W. Roman, Director of Texas Playwrights Festival Associate Professor of Theatre Sul Ross State University/ Alpine, TX
"Ms. Rinear's characters deliver honesty and humor that bring a greater insight into the issues that face us in our modern world and our most intimate relationships."
- Allan S. Ross, Director of Theatre/San Antonio College, Director of Rinear's A Day w/o Palestine and Counter Intelligence
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