By Donald Margulies Directed by Jim Petosa Produced by Olney Theatre Reviewed by Debbie Minter Jackson Brooklyn Boy contains all the freshness, humorous quips, poignancy, and twists and turns of natural realism that you expect in a play by Donald Margulies. Add in Jim Petosa’s flawless direction, plus Paul Morella’s shimmering performance as Eric Weiss, […]
Archives for July 3, 2007
Valparaiso
By Don DeLillo Directed by Michael Dove Produced by Forum Theatre & Dance Reviewed by Janice Cane During the intermission of Valparaiso at the H Street Playhouse a few nights ago, my companion turned to me and asked, “So, what do you think?” My response: “I like it, but it’s a little strange.” If I […]
Pangs of the Messiah
By Motti Lerner Directed by Sinai Peter Produced by Theater J Reviewed by Ronnie Ruff The view from the bright, sun-washed living room in this middle eastern village is unlike any you see on CNN every night. No smoke from exploded car bombs and the carnage that ensues, no images of children with tears rolling […]
Lost Eden: The Magnificent Welles
By Marcus Wolland Directed by Zina Bleck and Herb Tax Produced by Zemfira Stage Reviewed by Rosalind Lacy Never will there be a last word on Orson Welles, now recognized as the 20th Century’s art film genius. The man as material is too rich. In the East Coast premiere of Seattle playwright Marcus Wolland’s The […]
birds
by Jennifer Maisel Directed by Wendy McClellan Produced by Rorschach Theatre Reviewed by Rosalind Lacy Jennifer Maisel’s 90-minute play birds is based on a fairy tale. An extinct myth, that once inspired us, clarifies beautifully what happens on stage in this muddy but well-acted play. Once upon a time, in the Grimm’s fairy tale, Jorinda […]