July 13-August 3, 2014
Pilgrim Congregational Church
2592 West 14th Street, Cleveland
Information and tickets:
http://www.mamaitheatreco.org
http://www.mamaitheatreco.org
Bob Abelman
Extravagantly lengthy,
opulently wordy and intellectually challenging, this play tests one’s endurance while this production of it – beautifully
directed by Christine McBurney with particular attention given to the thread of
frivolity that weaves its way through the script – makes the arduous journey well
worth the while.
To see a full review of this show, read Bob Abelman's CJN article here.
Roy Berko
“Arcadia” is one of the English language’s great plays. Tom Stoppard’s language is poetic and poignant. His use of dichotomies is impressive. This is a play worth seeing and Mamai should be praised for selecting and staging the script. That said, the almost three hour sit became frustrating as many lines could not be heard, echoes exceeded clarity, acting styles weren’t always consistent to their era. The theatre desperately needs to find another venue. It’s a shame that their quality work and the efforts of the cast are spoiled by the blurring of the dialogue, which is the basis for understanding the playwright’s brilliant efforts.
To see a full review of this show, read Roy Berko's blog here.
Mark Horning
With the new wall treatment lining the back wall,
the effect of “Echo Theater” has been greatly reduced thus giving a very adequate
cast the ability to project their lines without fear of reverberation. In short it is a dramody that allows you to
solve the mysteries by giving you enough clues to do so. Good Theater and Good Fun.
To see a full review of this show, read Mark Horning's blog.Christine Howey
The talented Mamai cast delivers Stoppard’s brain-tickling words with musical rhythm and sly wit, under the direction of Christine McBurney.
To see a full review of this show, read Christine Howey's review at Cleveland Scene
