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‘Winter’s Tale’ — Shakespeare’s Problem Play Nearly Solved by Loving Hands

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Steve

It’s a tragedy, and a comedy. It’s magical, like Midsummer Night’s Dream; pastoral, with hints of As You Like It; everything, save the death of a stray son, works out in the end. The first half risks sending you screaming … Continue reading →

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‘Hey Bartender’ – The Perfect Documentary at SXSW

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Steve

Not the best or most affecting – and others here might be perfect as well. But as a fellow craftsman, here’s why I think Hey Bartender is the perfect doc. Douglas Tirola sets up his story on at least four … Continue reading →

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‘Black Watch’ Gives Audiences a Welcome Beating

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Steve

Black Watch, from the Scottish National Theatre, pummels you into submission. It’s loud and flashy (literally), and meant in every way to convince us civilians that explosions and death are more than we could handle. And yet it’s also meant … Continue reading →

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