Stage Takes

I have known Ryan for a number of years and I’m pleased to say that he has grown tremendously as an artist.

A show I have seen recently, and which is still running is Red Light Winter by Adam Rapp, starring Ryan Lisman, Trenton Lee Culkin, and Natalie Valentine — and let me just say I was mesmerized at the flow of the production and the chemistry between the actors. I will do my best to talk about the production in general without giving away plot, because as always, the less you know the better.

I commend Ryan for carrying the show with a range of emotion, staying fully present in the most intimate parts of the show. The director Billy Ray Brewton facilitated for a natural connection between the cast, and the minimal set does wonders to keep our eyes on the interactions. Trenton crafted a character that brings humor to the show and forms the dynamic between characters. Natalie is excellent as well, surprises at many moments.

Highly recommend this show! You don’t want to miss it. It will run for one more weekend at The Broadwater, Black Box (9/27 to 9/29, 7:30 PM and Sunday at 2:30) and then play for two weekends at The Zephyr Theater, October 3-6 and 10-13, Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 PM, and Sunday at 2:30 PM.

Content warning: sexual situations, nudity, suicide.