A compact, engrossing study of alienation and purpose wrapped in an elusive dialogue between a chess prodigy and a journalist. As the characters circle uncomfortable and unspoken truths, Boyle imbues the “match” with dark Kafkaesque wit. The play comes alive even on the page.
A compact, engrossing study of alienation and purpose wrapped in an elusive dialogue between a chess prodigy and a journalist. As the characters circle uncomfortable and unspoken truths, Boyle imbues the “match” with dark Kafkaesque wit. The play comes alive even on the page.
