Commanding presence … Yando’s commanding presence spews forth effortlessly, whether he is alone on stage or amid the chaos that is unfolding around him. Cochran’s manic sensitivity intersects perfectly with the powerhouse supporting performances of Montgomery and Kane. Kenyon deftly navigates a challenging role. Ishak’s unsettling panic is palpable.
Hauntingly bleak … The imposing Jack Magaw set design, with a jutting second story framed with partially opaque exits in all directions, is hauntingly bleak when paired with Heather Gilbert's rich lighting, Mieka van der Ploeg's costumes, and sound design by Mikhail Fiksel. Scott Dickens props crew is working overtime to stay ahead of the mayhem.
The takeaway … considering the title, this is an adventure. It’s like Dodge says: “Much better to not know anything.” You'll certainly be husked.
PHOTOS|MICHAEL BROSILOW
WRITERS THEATRE
Presents
BURIED CHILD
through June 17th
325 Tutor Court
Glencoe, IL
(847)242-6000
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