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First of all, let me say how amazing the discounts were that Destination Chelsea provided in the newsletter! 40% off a matinee ticket? GREAT! This new Culture Choice program sounds perfect. I can't wait for what the next few months will feature...yay for saving money, but still being able to attend amazing cultural programs right in my own neighborhood! And an 'amazing show' is just what Atlantic Theater Company's current Sam Shepard 'Ages of the Moon' proves to be! The acting and writing were great; the set, lighting, and production value were equally pleasing. I will say that I was expecting something a bit darker, coming from Mr. Shepard and all. However, this piece had a softer edge, while still providing ever-growing vulnerabilities through character development and direction.
The storyline features an over two decade reunion between two men. Now old and a bit more senile, the two men share stories, thoughts, and conversation throughout the one act play. Drinking whiskey and scoffing are all the two men do, until they slowly start to loosen up and spill their more vulnerable, relinquished sides. During this transformation, they fight twice, make up once, deal with an unruly, yet very symbolic, porch ceiling fan, and finish a bottle of scotch.
One might think the characters, their stories, and the presentation might only relate to older people, but this is largely not the case. The core of this work is speaks to the friendship, growth, honesty, dependability, and sometimes, lack there of each between two friends. The lessons and ideas shared here can be understood and appreciated by people of ages and backgrounds. I am much younger than the two characters and could completely appreciated and interact with the issues they battled, shared, and sometimes, not always, conquered.
I suggested this show to my best friend and hope he'll take advantage of these Destination Chelsea discount codes ASAP! Everyone should. I didn't have time to discuss the acting, but know that it's phenomenal. And once again, ATC continually commits to the highest production values. Click here for more information on the show and how to receive DC's discounts!
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Reply #1 on : Mon February 01, 2010, 10:12:21