Rarely is a contemporary tragedy so well-structured that you experience that visceral, rock-in-the-gut, audible "OH NO" moment that contextualizes the entire play and brings the themes into relief in sudden, stark detail. With that said, everything leading up to that disarming moment is an atmospheric treat, full of subtle apocalyptic worldbuilding that comes through bit by bit. Ultimately, this is a story about how very dangerous ignorance can be and why growth and development are so crucial to the business of humanity. Gorgeous characters, incredible stage pictures, and thought-provoking...
Rarely is a contemporary tragedy so well-structured that you experience that visceral, rock-in-the-gut, audible "OH NO" moment that contextualizes the entire play and brings the themes into relief in sudden, stark detail. With that said, everything leading up to that disarming moment is an atmospheric treat, full of subtle apocalyptic worldbuilding that comes through bit by bit. Ultimately, this is a story about how very dangerous ignorance can be and why growth and development are so crucial to the business of humanity. Gorgeous characters, incredible stage pictures, and thought-provoking moments that will make you grateful for all you have.