The New York Times
“The rest of the cast is strong, notably Don Carter as an eerie, emcee-like Ben, a note of expressionism in an otherwise naturalistically conceived production.”
(from Alvin Klein’s review of Death of A Salesman at Williams Center Repertory Theatre in Rutherford, NJ)

The South Bergenite
“Giving a particularly astounding performance is Don Carter as Willy’s deceased brother Ben. Ben constantly haunts Willy’s waking dreams, and each time Ben enters the stage, an eerie, ghost-like presence is felt.”
(from Cindy Scott Capitani’s review of Death of a Salesman at The Williams Center Repertory Theatre in Rutherford, NJ)

Theater Talk
“For the thinkers, there’s a brilliant monologue, much like the recent Thom Paine, that dismantles the barrier between audience and action (titled Don’t Quit). For me, this quietly effective piece—written by C. Denby Swanson, coyly performed by Don Carter, and gracefully directed by Matthew Cowart—was the highlight of the evening . . . and that was before I was targeted by Mr. Carter.”
(from Aaron Riccio’s New Theatre Corps review of SECURITY at The Drilling Company in New York, NY)

NYTheatre.com
“Other standouts in this fine cast include indie theater veterans Don Carter and David Marantz. Carter's Lord Capulet is a boozy cross between Mickey Rourke's Bukowski doppelganger from the movie Barfly and Bill the Butcher from Martin Scorsese's Gangs of New York. As always, both men are excellent.”
(from Michael Criscuolo’s review of Romeo & Juliet at Shakespeare in the Parking Lot in New York, NY)

Backstage
“Don Carter is chilling as the Captain.”
(from Irene Backalenick’s review of BENT at New Voices Theatre Ensemble in New York, NY)

The South Advocate
“Don Carter, as Beckmann, is a soldier returning to his defeated Fatherland from the Russian Front at the end of World War II. He tries to give what might have been the finest performance of the summer. He is stunning; his face, his body and his breathing show how a soldier can be like a boxer who has taken too many blows.”
(from Pat Gable’s review of Outside the Door at The Berkshire Theatre Festival)

The Boston Globe
“Beckmann was earnestly played by Don Carter.”
(from Kevin Kelly’s review of Outside the Door at The Berkshire Theatre Festival in Stockbridge, MA)

The Pittsfield Gazette
“Don Carter gives a solid performance as Beckmann, a disillusioned German war veteran trying to readjust to life following World War II.”
(from Jonathan Levine’s review of Outside the Door at The Berkshire Theatre Festival in Stockbridge, MA)

Maine Times
“Naturally, the rookies meet up with a hard-as nails sergeant (Don Carter) who works them like dogs and inspires their hate, but only because he wants to make them tough enough to survive the war. Carter manages to make the sergeant into something more than a walking, talking cliché.”
(from Jason Wilkins’ review of Biloxi Blues at The Public Theatre in Lewiston, Maine)

Sun Journal
“Don Carter is outstanding as the sadistic Sgt. Merwin J. Toomey.”
(from David A. Sargent’s review of Biloxi Blues at The Public Theatre in Lewiston, Maine)

Maine Sunday Telegram
“Don Carter fixes a glittering eye on his platoon as Sgt. Toomey, giving a very good performance as a tunnel-visioned leader with just enough intelligence to be dangerous.”
(from Cathy Nelson Price’s review of Biloxi Blues at The Public Theatre in Lewiston, Maine)

Daily Press
“Don Carter, who’s wiry, tattooed and menacing, made the perfect building inspector, Owen Musser.”
(from David Nicholson’s review of The Foreigner at Virginia Stage Company in Norfolk, VA)

Sun Journal
“Don Carter and Shelley Delaney, presumably the more stable couple of the two, are the ones with the most profound moments on stage, weaving comedy and levity amid the distressing course of events. They look perfect for their roles – an average looking couple trying to make sense of their own world and the one that surrounds them. This twosome is exceptional in creating the texture of their characters and in their powerful scenes together.”
(from Dan Marois’ review of Dinner with Friends at The Public Theatre in Lewiston, Maine)

The Portland Phoenix
“Carter is a wonderful Gabe, with tender masculinity at the root of his character. He is loving and loveable, and is the conscience that struggles with his friend’s behavior.”
(from Katherine Joyce’s review of Dinner with Friends at The Public Theatre in Lewiston, Maine)

Maine Sunday Telegram
“The fine ensemble cast – Don Carter, Shelley Delaney, Angela Roberts and David Newer – is a good part of the reason for the play’s success.”
(from Mary Snell’s review of Dinner with Friends at The Public Theatre in Lewiston, Maine)


Times Record
“Carter is instantly likeable, inhabiting Gabe with the soul of a poet and the patience of Job.”
(from Jean Mack’s review of Dinner with Friends at The Public Theatre in Lewiston, Maine)

NYTheatre.com
“Thor's Hammer takes place in the warden's office of a prison, where an inmate has been brought in for questioning regarding the recent murder of his cellmate. It turns out to be a crime of passion—but the reason that the prisoner has taken revenge is a neat surprise. Don Carter is spookily convincing as the prisoner.”
(from Martin Denton’s review of REVENGE 2 at The Drilling Company in New York, NY)

OOBR.com (Off-Off Broadway Review)
“Macbeth is undone by seeing Banquo – a strong Don Carter.”
(from David Mackler’s review of Macbeth at Hudson Warehouse in New York, NY)

NYTheatre.com
“The seven characters that Don Carter introduces us to in his one-man show Finding Pieces share an intoxicating appreciation of the wonder of everyday life; I was put in mind of Thornton Wilder more than once during this delightful evening, which is a series of monologues that muse incisively on the nature of time, and the ways we spend it, and the ways we sometimes waste it. Carter, who has been acting and writing plays in New York for quite some time, proves himself very talented at both endeavors here. His sensibility is what excites me: a genuine awe at the simple truths of existence. Finding Pieces, brimming with humanity, offers much insight about the way to live.”
(from Martin Denton’s review of FINDING PIECES at the Midtown International Theatre Festival)