Elegies: A Song Cycle, by William Finn (Falsettos), is a collection of personal, musical reflections on death and loss, by turns poignant, sad, witty, funny. We saw it performed last night at nearby Signature Theatre, and quite enjoyed it. Kudos go to the cast and crew for putting on a great show and making that black box come alive. (Designing for non-proscenium spaces can be a distinct challenge, so when it’s done well, it’s exciting to watch.) Dare I say the drama bug has bitten once again?
Elegies continues at Signature Theatre in Arlington through May 9. Thom has written a more extensive review, with which I agree; check it out.
Hi Jeff,
Did I mention to you that a friend lent me vidios of An Affair to Remember, and Sleepless in Seattle? Wow, these two really go together, as the character that Meg Ryan played in Sleepless copied Deb Kerr during her date at the top of the Empire building. But they say these movies are not men’s favorites. What do you think?
Take care, J.