Stage Takes

Trunk at El Centro Place

Good blend of multimedia and stage work. Loved the dynamic between the two actors, really felt like they were sisters. Good polarity of characters. Second half is stronger than the first half. A superb thriller for the stage with excellent writing and layered characters. You will be gripping your seat, holding back tears, jaw dropping on the floor by the end of this.

Not Without Right at 905 Cole Theater

Not Without Right is a fast-paced, thought provoking dream come true for lovers of Shakespeare. Colin Cox and Alessandra Mañon are a delight, blessing the stage with life to these witty characters! The writing is so smart, and runs through the history of William Shakespeare’s works while giving insight into Shakespeare’s biographical life. I loved the witty and original concept of the show, and it is a show you can go in without knowing much beforehand. Cox does a great job portraying the skilled writer and Mañon challenges him with her matching energy. This feels nostalgic, in that several of Will’s plays will be referenced throughout. This is the first show I saw this year that was 75 minutes, and it was an interesting run time. I am used to Fringe shows being 60 or 90 minutes. That is all. The show was very good!