BEFORE A FALL

ensemble theatre · working horse productions · Ages 14+ · United States

world premiere
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Review by HEIDI POWERS

June 25, 2013
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My overall impression

The is a robust production of a new play that hangs its beautiful but painful memories upon the structure of a courtroom drama.

The gifted performers give focused performances that reflect the horror of Mercer’s story, a well-woven tapestry of the traumas that occur when families cover up tragedy instead of acting upon it or communicating. It’s a warning to distrust blind faith and rely instead on what we see. And what we see is lovely – the chemistry (bonds both positive and negative) between the characters is tangible and very real. The lighting and scenic design are by far the best I’ve seen from any Fringe production.

Elegant and moving, I’ll be thinking about this show long after Fringe ends.

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