What I liked
I loved the French music used in the show. The wife was amazing! The actress was actually crying in the back of the theatre after doing her performance. Her hair style was perfect for the period in a Belle Epoque, as was her clothing. I felt her pain of loosing her husband to another man and the scandal that it caused for her children and her life. Very moving. I loved Richard Lucas as the friend who helps finance Oscar’s writing. It is clear that this character loves him but only as a friend. I wanted to see more of that relationship. Richard, the actor who plays Oscar was riveting, delightfully charming and intelligent. I loved his quips and smart language. The character of Dorian Gray was quite intereresting, beautiful and delightfully playful, full of himself as a part of Oscar’s psyche. Very interesting! I dug it immensely. I also loved that they gave us Aniset as we left the theatre. Who does that?!! Very classy and very FRENCH! Love!!!
What I didn't like
I WANT MORE!!! More of everyone and everything about this story!!! :)
My overall impression
I really liked this Fringe show. I wish it had been longer and with a more elaborate set. They only touch on the fascinating story of the great Oscar Wilde. This show could certainly be extended into a 90 minute biography of the flamboyant gentleman who was Oscar. I felt like I was teased and then let go too soon. All of the writing was top notch and the acting was fabulous as well. All involved should be very proud!! I just wanted MORE, MORE, MORE!!! This is one of those shows that could be put at the Mark Taper Theatre if it was expanded. I simply adore this era and subject matter of the struggling bohemian writer/artist with a tortured soul. It doesn’t get any better than that!!
