What I liked
The minimalist set design with carefully painted black-and-white props gave me joy.
What I didn't like
Without spoiling anything, there was a clear narrative thrust in Acts 2 and 3, while Act 1 seemed to be a little slow to get started.
My overall impression
Apologies for the obvious pun, but Bill Chott’s performance as Hitch will leave you spellbound. He’s a deft impressionist, so you’ll get all the mannerisms and inflections you’d expect, and done to perfection, but it never leans into parody. Rather, he portrays the legendary director as fully human, with fears and regrets and stubbornness, as well as wit and ego. He’s an imposing presence who anchors the show, but when his nimble castmates whittle him down to size and confront him with his phobias, it’s as hilarious as it is heartbreaking. The dialogue is rich and interesting, allowing all three characters the chance to tell their stories that clearly show off the research put into them without ever feeling like they’re delivering information dumps.
