Category: Plays

The Glass Menagerie – Play – The Original Theatre Black Dog

Elevator Thoughts (aka Tweet): The Glass Menagerie play by The Original Theatre Black Dog at eXit SPACE NOD Theatre. Artsy almost poetic piece capturing several universal human experiences like escapism, aimless inadequacy, regretful loss, longing, & dashed hope. Unusual that the 2nd act was better than the 1st (usually the opposite). Type: Play World Premiere: … Continue reading "The Glass Menagerie – Play – The Original Theatre Black Dog"... Click to read more

La Tofana’s Poison Emporium – Play – Macha Theatre Works

Elevator Thoughts (aka Tweet): La Tofana’s Poison Emporium play by Macha Theatre Works at West of Lenin Theatre. Based on a fascinating true story. Timely piece for women’s agency & Roe vs Wade. Wonderful costumes, set, & props. Loved seeing my profession represented. Packed audience on a Thursday evening. #arsenic #apothecary #feminism #pharmacy Type: Play … Continue reading "La Tofana’s Poison Emporium – Play – Macha Theatre Works"... Click to read more

To Kill a Mockingbird – Play – Paramount Theatre

Elevator Thoughts (aka Tweet): To Kill a Mockingbird on Broadway play at Paramount Theatre & Seattle Theatre Group. Delightful accents. Loved the 3 precocious young narrators esp Dill. Powerful commentary on racism especially when naive Atticus broke the 4th wall. Reminds me that there are far worse areas than woke PNW. Type: Play Recommendation: See … Continue reading "To Kill a Mockingbird – Play – Paramount Theatre"... Click to read more

Clue: On Stage – Play – The Phoenix Theatre

Elevator Thoughts (aka Tweet): Clue: On Stage comedy murder mystery play at The Phoenix Theatre. Based on the boardgame & film. Fast-paced energetic rhythm. Complex set impressively built on a tiny stage. Butler, call girl, & colonel were a delight. Packed audience. Playbill was a nice touch. #blackmail #slapstick #whodunit Type: Play Recommendation: See it … Continue reading "Clue: On Stage – Play – The Phoenix Theatre"... Click to read more

The Last Days of Judas Iscariot – Play – Tacoma Arts Live

Elevator Thoughts (aka Tweet): The Last Days of Judas Iscariot play w/ Tacoma Arts Live at Tacoma Armory. Novel perspectives on Christianity. Best line was “I am erect!” Stunningly-designed experience from the lobby to the theatre. Modern angular courtroom stage/set was made to catwalk. Appreciated the ample seat legroom. #court #trial #purgatory Type: Play Recommendation: … Continue reading "The Last Days of Judas Iscariot – Play – Tacoma Arts Live"... Click to read more