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| A family tree helps you keep the rivalries straight in Richard III (photo: Joan Marcus) |
The final month of
summertime, when the schedule is easy. Of special note for this
Shakespeare fan is a Richard III. Ron Cephas Jones stole an '04
production of R3 with his mesmerizing recitation of Clarence's dream,
so he's earned the crown this time around. His resonant voice and
gaunt physique should make for an interesting Richard Crookback.
where: Longacre Theater
first night: Thursday,
Aug. 2
Iron Mike takes to the
Broadway stage for an evening of autobiography. Undisputed: Tyson,
one of the most punishing fighters of the 20C, was convicted for
rape. In prison, he converted to Islam. I'd love to hear his
perspective on the latter two truths. But frankly, I don't know what
to expect from him.
where: 59E59
first night: Wednesday,
Aug. 1
A young actress, having
recorded her grandmother's memories of theater in her day, spins and
remixes the tapes from a control booth onstage. Backing the project
is Hand2Mouth, an experimental troupe out of Seattle that comes with
a solid reputation across the nation.
where: The Public Theater
first night: Monday, Aug.
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Who doesn't enjoy the
murderous bustle of this history play? This one's inexpensive &
pocket-sized, with a small cast & none of the ornament that clogs
most contemporary Shakespeare. Incidentally, this production has
toured local community centers, homeless shelters, and prisons all
summer long.
Last chance!
Fela!
where: Al Hirschfeld
Theater
Harvey
where: Studio 54
Memphis
where: Shubert Theater
Slowgirl
where: Claire Tow Theater
The Material World
where: Dixon Place
Triassic Parq The Musical
where: Soho Playhouse
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