March 2022 – Shows I've Seen | Theatre Reviews

Mrs. Caliban – Play – Book-it Repertory Theatre

“Mrs. Caliban” stage adaptation of the novella at Book-it Repertory Theatre. An ocean monster man disrupts the monontous routine of a lonely unfulfilled suburban #housewife. With such a #bizarre story, this #play was oddly #indescribable (in a good way). #fantasy

Teenage Dick – Play – Seattle Repertory Theater

“Teenage Dick” play at Seattle Rep. Shakespeare’s disabled Richard III goes to high school. Bits of early English cleverly snuck into modern dialogue w/ f-bombs. Love when stories take dark turns like this did. Reminiscent of “the Politician” TV show.

Anna in the Tropics – Play – Tacoma Arts Live

“Anna in the Tropics” play at Tacoma Arts Live. Cuban immigrant cigar factory workers in Florida experience Tolstoy’s “Anna Karenina” novel in their own lives.

1984 – Play – Radial Theater Project

“1984” stage play adaptation of George Orwell’s dystopian novel w/ Radial Theater Project + 18th and Union. Unexpected powerfully-executed production from such a modest theatre. Don’t keep a diary! #bigbrother #disturbed #shocked #torture

The Thin Place – Play – ACT Theatre

Opening night to “The Thin Place” play at ACT Theatre. Gradual relaxed anticipation then … boo! You’re at the edge of your seat. Great storytelling. #paranormal #psychic #spirits #supernatural #medium

Pipeline – Play – Seattle Public Theater

“Pipeline” play at Seattle Public Theater. Good emotionally charged scenes. #POC #BIPOC

Europe – Play – Thalia’s Umbrella

“Europe” play at 12th Avenue Arts. Two refugees fleeing their war-torn country are stuck in a foreign train station. Timely production for the war in Ukraine.

The Book Club – Play – Village Theatre

“The Book Club Play” at Village Theatre. Never expected a stuffy book club to be so juicy! Would love my home to look like the modern set design. Pleasantly surprised that tonight’s show was captioned. #books #literature

The Cake – Play – As If Theatre Company

“The Cake” play w/ AsIf Theatre Company. A charming Southern baker struggles to reconcile her conservative Christian values w/ a #esbian wedding. Unexpected seduction scenes. Pleasantly surprised w/ delicious cupcakes for the audience! #pinklemonade #lgbt #gay

Father Comes Home from the Wars – Play – UW School of Drama

“Father Comes Home from the Wars” play w/ University of Washington School of Drama. Interesting perspectives on slavery & the Civil War. Long 3 hours of 3 acts! Third act unfolded like it came out of left field. #betrayal