by Kate Moira Ryan and Linda S. Chapman
Directed by Noreen C. Barnes.
September 15 – October 9, 2010
Richmond's area LGBT theater comes through again with this campy comedy set in pre-Stonewall Greenwich Village. The play deals with the lives of Laura and Beth, two women struggling to define and accept their own sexuality. On their journey they meet the mysterious Beebo Brinker and Jack Mann, a flamboyant homosexual.
Aided by stunning performances from theaterVCU's Kerry Mcgee Wilson and Justin Amellio, the beautiful direction of Noreen C. Barnes gives us laughs, slaps, and a whole lot of drinks. The versatile and stunning stage drips of 50's aesthetic, with beautiful facades that have jumped right out a Mondrian painting. The lighting is subtle at times but accents the action onstage beautifully. While the play is a comedy and will have you laughing out loud throughout the play, it touches on some very deep issues that are still quite relevant and enthralling today. With a tale of secret lovers, a beautiful noir staging, and a sharp wit; Beebo Brinker is sure to be a hit.
The Richmond Triangle Player's production of The Beebo Brinker Chronicles opens tonight (September 15th) and runs through October 9th. Tickets 20$-25$.
By TK Widmer
September 15 – October 9, 2010
Richmond's area LGBT theater comes through again with this campy comedy set in pre-Stonewall Greenwich Village. The play deals with the lives of Laura and Beth, two women struggling to define and accept their own sexuality. On their journey they meet the mysterious Beebo Brinker and Jack Mann, a flamboyant homosexual.
Aided by stunning performances from theaterVCU's Kerry Mcgee Wilson and Justin Amellio, the beautiful direction of Noreen C. Barnes gives us laughs, slaps, and a whole lot of drinks. The versatile and stunning stage drips of 50's aesthetic, with beautiful facades that have jumped right out a Mondrian painting. The lighting is subtle at times but accents the action onstage beautifully. While the play is a comedy and will have you laughing out loud throughout the play, it touches on some very deep issues that are still quite relevant and enthralling today. With a tale of secret lovers, a beautiful noir staging, and a sharp wit; Beebo Brinker is sure to be a hit.
The Richmond Triangle Player's production of The Beebo Brinker Chronicles opens tonight (September 15th) and runs through October 9th. Tickets 20$-25$.
By TK Widmer
