David Greenham
As the run continues, the torrent of gags will probably settle into place and proper narrative rhythms emerge. But for now, the game’s aground.
There’s plenty of potential in Tony Meneses’ script about men sharing their inner lives with other men, but it is filled with too many silent types.
Through around 10 scenes, spanning over a decade, “Wish You Were Here” looks at political oppression through the domestic lens of lost love and friendships.
This musical succeeds, at least in part, because it dares to shine a light on parts of our lives that we don’t like to talk about.
Despite its undeniable fun, Christopher Durang’s play feels somewhat quaint a decade or so since it was written.
This superb Speakeasy Stage Company/Front Porch Collective co-production is emotionally charged and immediate, intent on keeping the material fresh and raw.
The Lyric Stage Company production almost meets the challenges posed by this delightfully inane musical farce.
Let’s face it, we could all use a celebration of renewal and togetherness that crosses cultural (and political) borders.
“Beyond Words” tells an important story in an entertaining as well as a delightfully educational way.
The weight of the masterpiece on the other side of the kitchen door is ever-present, and it casts a smothering shadow on this lighter drama.
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