Friday, September 16, 2005

Dreampuffs of Lorna

Stark Raving Theatre
September 15, 2005; closes October 8, 2005

Quirky, yes, but Jennifer Haley’s new script was additionally wise, witty, sometimes wild. Well-balanced quartet of actors eked scattered moments from production that otherwise squeezed a little too tight, pushed a little too far, conjuring my companion’s sage advice, “Don’t kick the puppy.” Thoughtful, skillful sound design from Elias Foley.

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

what's with the title anyway?

Anonymous said...

the originle title was "dreampuffs of war" is that better or worse?

Anonymous said...

I think it's the word "dreampuffs" -- no one I know has been able to remember the title accurately--they get stuck on that word and end up saying something like, "you know, that dreamy, puffy, something or another show ..."

so, from a marketing point of view, is that a fair trade-off? not being able to remember the exact title in exchange for being a very unique, distinguishable one? (as in, I don't remember the title either, but I know which one you're talking about)

on the other hand, i can see why one would drop the word "war" -- even the Republicans are finding that a hard sell right now

hmmmm... lemme think a sec about what I would call this show if I were given the opportunity to re-name it........