"Columbo fits the stage well in Michael Lunney's top-notch mix of suspense and farce. FOUR STARS" The Times

“FIVE STARS. Benedict manages to fully inhabit the role and make you believe he really is Columbo. With a fine supporting cast, this show by Middle Ground Theatre Company is a real class act.” Evening Telegraph

"FOUR STARS. Watching this detective has never been more enjoyable... Benedict was superb in the role.. fans of the original series and of Benedict himself will have been thrilled". Belfast Telegraph

"It's going to be hard to beat the new stage version of Columbo ...Michael Lunney's direction captures the thrilling day time murder mystery element" The Metro

"FOUR STARS. Benedict is a charming Columbo. With cigar in hand, he perfectly treads the fine line between portraying a character we all love and bringing the freshness of live performance to the part. Director Michael Lunney’s light touch accentuates the humour, with just the right mix of caricature to keep it all tongue-in-cheek." Manchester Evening News

"Excellent... Columbo fans will be impressed" The Northern Echo

"Benedict triumphed... Anyone hoping for a faithful portrayal of the well-loved detective will not be disappointed. Not to be missed!" The Sentinel

"Perfect Patrick Ryecart sets the tone as murderer Dr Flemming... A razor-sharp cast... keeps even dedicated fans on their toes" Express & Star

"Four stars. Dirk Benedict gives a brilliant performance as the unorthodox detective." Birmingham Post

"Dirk Benedict fitted the part of Columbo perfectly. The supporting cast put in an entertaining performance, particularly Susan Hudson (Elizabeth Lowe)... Patrick Ryecart was a brilliant villain" Lancashire Evening News

"Peter Falk can now retire from playing columbo knowing that his successor has arrived.. Benedict has got the character nailed. In a superb cast Patrick Ryecart deserves a special mention, his portrayal of the cold and calculating murderer is top-class" Bolton News

“First-rate… top notch … it works very well on stage” Worthing Herald

“A fantastic representation of Falk’s ’70s TV persona. His performance oozed confidence, authenticity and showed him to be an experienced Hollywood actor” South Wales Echo

"Benedict's performance oozed canny charisma as the beloved lieutenant ...but this wasn't just a one-man show. Director Michael Lunney skillfully pulled the audience in and along for the ridge... strong performances" North Wales Pioneer

"In addition to his visual impressiveness, Benedict also had every mannerism and nuance of the character honed to a tee and his performance was consistently excellent. Patrick Ryecart, as the murderous Dr Flemming, performed his role with a strength and assuredness which ensured that he was in no way overshadowed. The supporting cast all give top-notch performances and the and the backstage crew must be congratulated for some of the slickest scene changes I have ever seen at a theatre" UKtheatre.net

“This production has all the right ingredients ~ visually attractive, a masterly plot, great characterisation from a talented cast all unravelling to a gripping conclusion. Comes highly recommended - a great production, not to be missed“. Remote goat

“If you are a fan of Columbo, you have to go. Fantastic sets, music and an A-list cast make it feel like you are watching an episode, leaving you waiting for the next one to start.” Maidenhead Advertiser

"Perfect 70's sets... simple and simply delightful. A polished a thoroughly enjoyable performance" ShropshireLive.com

“A must-see production” Absolute Radio