If ever there was a play that could earn Woolf’s stamp of approval its Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf, directed by Vanessa M.H. Powers, playing at Dreamland Arts in St. Paul through November 17th by The Oxford Comma Theater Cooperative.
The relationships in this play are frighteningly real; every bump and bruise will make you want to go home and kiss your honey, or call it quits. Gary David Keast's performance is the most notable. His depiction of George and his unpredictable behavior was perfect. One moment he’s the angry, intimidating host; the next he’s the nutty professor. The look in his eye captures the insanity of the play. Martha (Katherine Kupiecki) is the jovial, sexy, flirtacious one who entertains her guests.
Nick (Aaron Lapac) eats up all her flattery as Martha makes her husband, George, jealous. The slew of brilliantly performed lines in this play will have you laughing with joy. Martha describes her guest Honey by saying, “Oh she’s a housewife, she buys things,” as George mutters,"I always put ice in your drink. You eat it-that’s all. It’s a habit you have-chewing your ice like a cocker spaniel-you’ll break your big teeth.” and "Honey, you’re being joshed," said by the overly cheerful guest (Kali McMillian).
This fifties themed play is designed to be performed in a small intimate setting and perfect for Dreamland Arts which opened its doors in 2006. This forty seat theater is in the Hamline-Midway neighborhood of St.Paul, co-founded by Zaraawar Mistry and Leslye Orr. The owners enjoy the freedom to produce shows they care about.
Come see a play that withstands the test of time. Its plays like Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf that help us cling to life.
Dates: Nov 8-17, 2019
Tickets: Pay What You Can ($15-$20) – online at http://dreamlandarts.com/whos-afraid-of-virginia-woolf-buy-tickets/ or at the door,
Run Time: 3 hours, including intermission
Age Recommendation: Ages 16+
This sounds like it was an outstanding play, with a cast of wonderfully talented actors! Thanks for sharing :)
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I'm sure this performance still sticks with the cast to this day! It's one of those plays that simply never leaves you.
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