Monday, September 17, 2007

Review - Measure for Measure - Nightpath Theatre - 5 stars

"Quick - what's the first word that comes into your head when I mention the concept of producing Shakespeare's comedy-drama "Measure for Measure" onstage as a group of actors pretending to perform a radio play version, all doing multiple roles, complete with sound effects, set in the Old West of Vienna, California?

Brilliant.

Not the word you were thinking? Trust me, neither was I. But after seeing Nightpath Theatre Co.'s production of "Measure for Measure," brilliant is exactly the word that springs to mind. Shakespeare purists may recoil in horror at the very idea, but anyone who loves great theater should enjoy themselves enormously. I can't recommend this show highly enough..."

For the rest of the review, click here

And see this thing if you can, it's great.

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