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chekhov
great acting
great acting and writing.
kardashian redux
sketch comedy
witty; entertaining; refreshing; funny; brilliant!!
chekhov comedy
comedy
comedy/drama
creative
dark
funny
great writing.
interesting
kardashians
must-see
poignant
pop culture
quick
reality tv
satirical
self-aware
topical
well acted and written
witty
ASHLEY STEED
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June 04, 2018
In short: Very witty and charming play that shows us the grass may not always be greener on the other side.
This is a smartly written play that fuses Checkov's Three Sisters with the modern mythology of the Kardashians (and our society's obsession with appearances and notoriety). Lucy Gillespie's writing is sharp and hilarious throughout, which is adroitly directed by Katie Lindsay. The entire cast has spot on comedic timing and fully commit to their characters. Especially engrossing is Fabianne Meyer as Masha, whose dry wit brings wisdom and relief in the original, but here fuels her hunger for fame. Not wanting to give anything away, the ending is particularly poignant - a warning that hauntingly echoes its original source: "If we only...
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DEANIE FYHRIE
certified reviewer
June 06, 2018
The show was a delight! It went by fast even though there was no intermission. I was engaged the whole time and laughed a lot, even though the subtext was dark (and smart!) I highly recommend seeing this gem of a show before it's gone! Fabianne Meyer and Chloe Dworkin gave standout performances....
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LAUREN ASHLEY OLIVER
certified reviewer
June 08, 2018
Prozorovs cleverly and seamlessly marries Chekhov with the unabashed narcissism of the Kardashian family. Call backs from Three Sisters as portrayed through the self-promoting filter of the Prozorovs made for a laugh-out-loud, thought-provoking 90 minutes of fun with a talented cast and sharp dialogue....
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BILLY RAY BREWTON
uncertified reviewer
June 10, 2018
I went into this with limited expectations. Firstly, I am NOT a Chekhov fan. I don't doubt his genius, but his writing has never made much of an impact on me. Secondly, I am NOT a Kardashian fan in any way, shape, or form. So, as I sauntered into the McCadden Theatre at 11:45pm for a midnight performance of a show that combined the two, I did so with the knowledge that I might be setting myself up for disappointment. Fortunately, nothing could have been further from the truth. KEEPING UP WITH THE PROZOROVS is a clever, ingenuous, altogether uproarious twist on the classic Chekhovian text, that modernizes the ups and downs of this family in a way that seems entirely honest even though the hysterics are, at times, ludicrous. This show is a per...
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DAVID MAYES
uncertified reviewer
June 11, 2018
This is an inventive adaptation of Chekov's 3 Sisters; the source material clearly lends itself well to the pop culture phenomena of the Kardashians. The performances are tight and compelling. Although it clocks in at 90 minutes, it feels closer to an hour. No lags. Excellent show....
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SARA NESSON
certified reviewer
June 12, 2018
I am not a play person but I really enjoyed this production. Lucy Gillespi's writing flew off the script. The dialogue was natural, engaging, and witty, translating to an expressive, tense, and nuanced cast. A brilliant modern day spin on an old tale, interpreting our shallow culture with humor and depth....
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CLAIRE PARTIN
uncertified reviewer
June 21, 2018
Chekhov's THE THREE SISTERS as told by a TV family similar to the Kardashians is both witty satire and a heartfelt, yet sad, glimpse in to the vapid state of American culture. Today we look at Chekhov's writing as classic and remote from us, but Chekhov was writing popular material current for his times. KEEPING UP WITH THE PROZOROVS has the double advantage of commenting on both Chekhov and reality television while giving us a little to think about, besides. This production is a witty, well-produced and excellently crafted mash-up of the Russian Playwright and E! Television. ...
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ANONYMOUS
certified reviewer
June 25, 2018
A fantastic mashup of old and new that skewers the idea of "person as brand" and Instastardom. ...
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TESSA FIXTER-CONIGLIO
certified reviewer
July 07, 2018
100 percent! A +, Fun, smart, and a really great social commentary without batting you over the head. The writing was so clever, well thought out, and fun. So many great one-liners. All of the characters were really distinct and developed. I laughed so much and when I wasn't laughing I was smirking with amusement. The acting was stellar with such great comedic timing. I'm gushing and I don't write glowing on a whim. Go see it!! ...
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