Sandy Rustin Makes Familiar Tale Unique and Hilarious by Patricia L Morin Sandy Rustin’s “Clue,” based on the famous board game and the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn, exposes the fumbling, arrogant manipulators in this stylish, high comic farce. “Clue” onstage is a quick, sloppy, word-crafty, scream-filled, finger-pointing, creaking-door delight. Scenic Designer Heather Kenton’s huge…
Millennial Notes Gordon Dahlquist Reminds US about Revolutionary History by Hamilton Nguyen Using recent political outrages and straight-forward language, “Tea Party” touches on history, politics, and social issues. The rapid-fire dialogue blasts through the audience leaving us shell-shocked and impressed: AGENT: This isn’t some masculinity contest. Please, you’re used to controlling the conversation—whether it’s…
Millennial Notes Michael Socrates Moran Invokes Song & Story in Mythic Spectacle by Jeanette Quick “Exodus to Eden,” Michael Socrates Moran’s ambitious new play, breaks new ground in both its staging and its themes of otherness, environmental destruction, and homelessness. The haunting voice of graceful Nkechi Live as an Exiled Angel fills the room,…
Neil Simon’s Humor Unfolds Folly of Misunderstandings by Patricia L. Morin Neil Simon’s hilarious play “Rumors” has found its comedic niche with Coastal Rep’s talented ensemble. In a world filled with adversity and fear, natural disasters and nuclear threats, swimming in a sea of hilarity offers the perfect holiday. Rumors is the funniest show…