2008 April 09 — DC Theatre Scene

Blood Wedding

April 9, 2008 By Rosalind Lacy Leave a Comment

Blood Wedding
Written by Federico Garcia Lorca
Directed by Hugo Medrano
Choreographed by Danilo Rivera and Genoveva Guinn
Produced by GALA Teatro Hispano
Reviewed by Debbie Minter Jackson

Blood Wedding. The title tells the story. No surprises, everything is literal, predictable, and straight forward, right? Wrong. Sure the basic storyline is clearly stated in the title and known in literature worldwide. But, Federico Garcia Lorca’s poetry is an aural feast that must be experienced for the full effect. GALA’s production of Blood Wedding is a mystical blend of Lorca’s beautiful imagery, authentic Andalusian music, undulating rhythms, even a dazzling taste of flamenco to assure the sizzle factor is caliente. This show is hot. [Read more...]

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The Mollusc

April 9, 2008 By Steven McKnight 1 Comment

The Mollusc
By Hubert Henry Davies
Directed by Jack Sbarbori
Produced by Quotidian Theatre Company
Reviewed by Steven McKnight

In a season where area theatergoers have been treated to serious works by great playwrights like August Wilson and Arthur Miller, an Edwardian drawing room comedy can be a timely treat. Under any circumstances, however, it is easy to surrender to the charms of The Mollusc, a gentle and entertaining work that receives a spot-on production by Quotidian Theatre Company.

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Lord of the Flies

April 9, 2008 By Steven McKnight 3 Comments

Lord of the Flies
Based on the novel by William Golding . Adapted for the stage by Nigel Williams
Directed by Blake Robison
Produced By Round House Theatre
Reviewed by Steven McKnight

Directing a theatrical production of the classic novel “Lord of the Flies” is a task with a high degree of difficulty. Balancing the degree of symbolism versus realism, deciding how to stage the action sequences, and handling a large ensemble of young men are just a few of the challenges. Fortunately, Blake Robison nails every artistic choice in Round House Theatre’s gripping and memorable new production. [Read more...]

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