Posted by RS Bailey on April 27, 2011 - 2:01pm
When Tom comes home early on “Super Sunday” because the game is a blowout in the first half, he finds Sandra, his wife, and Paul, her partner from an acting class, working through an exercise. Paul has been coming on to Sandra and it doesn’t take Tom long to suss out what’s been happening. A punch in the nose leads to a half million dollar lawsuit. When close friends George and his wife Christy, a successful attorney, advise him to pay up, Tom begins to unravel. He demands Sandra quit her acting class and she refuses.
Before you know it, Tom is brandishing a pistol and talking about shooting people. Sandra knows something from his past is tearing him apart but he refuses to tell her what it is. She leaves him. They struggle to put the relationship back together but it’s no go unless Tom decides to come clean. But Tom resists.
Set in 1988, “Super Sunday”, written by Stephen Collins and directed by Jamie Wollrab, has wonderfully written characters that are beautifully performed by an excellent cast. Ross McCall plays Tom as a powder keg about to explode in a thoroughly convincing performance. Jen Dede’s brings a loving dignity to Sandra who bravely clings to her opportunities for growth despite her husband’s animosity. Alex Desert makes George a thoroughly likeable guy who has discovered the key to a successful marriage is to go happily to the seminars and classes that the wife wants to take. Alice Fulks invest Christy with a fiery humor and strength. Wes Chatham makes the actor, Paul, a surprisingly practical and calculating young man. Together they create an ensemble that brings a vibrant energy and life to their characters.
While the writing is strong and the language flows, the play could use some judicious trimming. There are several monologues that run on after their points have been made. At over two hours long, the play gets a little uncomfortable toward the end.
Jamie Wollrab has guided his actors with skill, creating a smooth flow to the play. The production values are strong. John Markland's set design does a good job of converting the theatre’s rough walls into an upper middle class apartment. Justin Huen’s lighting, Ben Kamine’s sound, and Stephanie Powers costumes all get the job done.
The Moth Theatre is located at 4359 Melrose Ave. in Los Angeles, 90029. Entrance to the theatre is through the alley in the back, on Heliotrope. Street parking is available. Performances are Fri. and Sat. at 8pm and Sun. at 6pm through May 15. For tickets and information call (323) 666-6684 or go online to www.moththeatre.com. For daily ticket specials, visit www.twitter.com/MOTHTheatre.
Before you know it, Tom is brandishing a pistol and talking about shooting people. Sandra knows something from his past is tearing him apart but he refuses to tell her what it is. She leaves him. They struggle to put the relationship back together but it’s no go unless Tom decides to come clean. But Tom resists.
Set in 1988, “Super Sunday”, written by Stephen Collins and directed by Jamie Wollrab, has wonderfully written characters that are beautifully performed by an excellent cast. Ross McCall plays Tom as a powder keg about to explode in a thoroughly convincing performance. Jen Dede’s brings a loving dignity to Sandra who bravely clings to her opportunities for growth despite her husband’s animosity. Alex Desert makes George a thoroughly likeable guy who has discovered the key to a successful marriage is to go happily to the seminars and classes that the wife wants to take. Alice Fulks invest Christy with a fiery humor and strength. Wes Chatham makes the actor, Paul, a surprisingly practical and calculating young man. Together they create an ensemble that brings a vibrant energy and life to their characters.
While the writing is strong and the language flows, the play could use some judicious trimming. There are several monologues that run on after their points have been made. At over two hours long, the play gets a little uncomfortable toward the end.
Jamie Wollrab has guided his actors with skill, creating a smooth flow to the play. The production values are strong. John Markland's set design does a good job of converting the theatre’s rough walls into an upper middle class apartment. Justin Huen’s lighting, Ben Kamine’s sound, and Stephanie Powers costumes all get the job done.
The Moth Theatre is located at 4359 Melrose Ave. in Los Angeles, 90029. Entrance to the theatre is through the alley in the back, on Heliotrope. Street parking is available. Performances are Fri. and Sat. at 8pm and Sun. at 6pm through May 15. For tickets and information call (323) 666-6684 or go online to www.moththeatre.com. For daily ticket specials, visit www.twitter.com/MOTHTheatre.
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