Review by anonymous
June 21, 2019 certified reviewerWhat I liked
The brief vignettes of characters provided insight into their inner thoughts and motivations, which enhanced the nuance and texture of the play. The fact that such a soliloquy was absent for one key character, the one whose assessment Prodigy craved most, was a powerful omission on the part of the playwright. As Prodigy waited for an expression of his heart, so did we.
What I didn't like
Prodigy deserves to be viewed in a space that can accommodate a larger number of people.
My overall impression
Prodigy centers around the portrayal of a Korean-American family but masterfully presents themes that individuals from wide backgrounds can relate to. It manages to be culturally specific while simultaneously tapping into experiences and desires that are human, not simply Korean-American. The audience leaves having gained insight into one culture but finds that that insight serves as a means to a larger end: the play engenders a renewed resolve to more sensitively and intentionally value and empathize with people, particularly those in your own family.
