"One of a handful of great American plays–it belongs in the inner circle, along with
Death of a Salesman,
Long Day's Journey Into Night, and
The Glass Menagerie." –
The Washington Post "A beautiful, lovable play. It is affectionately human, funny and touching.... A work of theatrical magic in which the usual barrier between audience and stage disappears." –
John Chapman, New York News "An honest, intelligible, and moving experience." –
Walter Kerr, New York Herald Tribune "Miss Hansberry has etched her characters with understanding, and told her story with dramatic impact. She has a keen sense of humor, an ear for accurate speech and compassion for people." –
Robert Coleman, New York Mirror "
A Raisin in the Sun has vigor as well as veracity." –
Brooks Atkinson, The New York Times
"It is honest drama, catching up real people.... It will make you proud of human beings." –
Frank Aston, New York World-Telegram & Sun "A wonderfully emotional evening." –
John McClain, New York Journal American