Ain't That America

What I liked

For such polarizing subject matter, the writing is impeccably balanced. Any political thriller told only from one side always rings false to me, and this show struck me in its chilling truthfulness. The minimal set really allows the performances to fill the entire space, which Brahan and Schultz surely do.

What I didn't like

Nothing I can think of!

My overall impression

This show was so intense, thought provoking, and incredibly well-written. An unflinching look at terrorism masquerading as patriotism. Watching the thoughts and actions of two young men spiral from rebellious to radical is jarring in its believability. The writing and the acting of this play grip you from the beginning and don’t relinquish their hold til the shocking final scene. If you see one play at this festival, make it this one.