"The portrayal of the apartment owner, who is clearly suffering from dementia, is also impressive: moments of mental clarity alternate abruptly with disorientation—a dynamic that is both moving and reveals the tragic dimension of the situation. Overall, the production thrives on the ensemble’s interplay, its rhythm, tension, and precise timing."

"With Katrin Hilbe, Theater Karussell is once again placing its trust in a director who has already left her mark on the ensemble with the production “Extrawurst.” Her approach draws on the strengths of the playwrights: humor arises from the interplay of characters and dialogue, not from caricature. At the same time, the production highlights social dilemmas without preaching a moral lesson. The set design merely suggests a kitchen and living room and makes do with relatively few, strategically placed props. It is precisely this minimalism that proves to be a strength: it leaves room for the audience’s imagination, allowing them to envision their own dream apartment."

"The production builds a remarkable sense of suspense: it’s not just the characters on stage who are searching for the “catch”—the audience is puzzling over it too."

“Little by little, director Katrin Hilbe gives these characters room to develop, creates believable social tensions, and gently imbues the story with an ever-changing, suspenseful atmosphere.”

"The direction deliberately focuses on reduction rather than scenic opulence. It is precisely this concentration on voice, text, and musical structure that heightens the impact of the work and at the same time demands the highest level of acting presence, a challenge that the interpretation convincingly fulfills. The clear tracing of Lola Blau's development, from her hopeful departure to her experience of exile and her sobering return, lends the performance dramaturgical coherence."

"No one leaves this “time-stopping” theater evening without questions for themselves and for society."

"Katrin Hilbe's production is thoroughly thought out and meticulously crafted down to the smallest detail. Sarah quickly cleans the lens of her camera, which was once smeared by a bleeding woman, before heading off on a new assignment. James allows himself to appear in loungewear outfit and has a new girlfriend with a son, thereby affirming his decision to no longer document the murderous outside world. Young Mandy has given birth and wants only to be a mother, which takes her older husband Richard a bit of getting used to. The audience is allowed to witness this development in short sequences, with all four actors portraying their characters with profound conviction."

"Katrin Hilbe's production of Donald Margulies' play "Zeitstillstand" (Time Stands Still) brought the TAK Theater Liechtenstein to a standstill, reminiscent of those times when plays at the TAK still stirred emotions and provoked thought."

"With impressive performances (directed by Katrin Hilbe), the two women and two men captivated the audience on Saturday evening, conveying a realistic picture of the "journalistic business with horror" and its impact on the relationships between the characters. The applause from the moved premiere audience was long and enthusiastic."