by Bob Morrison
Playing at the main theater at the Goethe Institute, 812 7th Street N.W., This Digital Life contains three playlets written by Joseph Price, directed by Kristopher Mecholsky, and played in various combinations by Oren Benamor, Tara Chiunsano, Majed Sayess and Jason Schlafstein. Not credited in the program is the laptop computer and the live internet, which play integral roles in all three pieces. The first details the relationship between a man and a woman where his eager participation with internet pornography piques a fit of jealousy. If I recall right, it's puppet pornography--which adds another layer and explores fantasy vs. reality in an emotionally charged setting. I'm going on a bit here, because the entire scene was too dark for my camera and all I got was blur. The piece was funny and innovative, and clearer than any of my photos.
The second piece shows two YouTube juveniles whose friendship dims over disappointment at a lack of audience (and hence fame) and disagreement over the means to success. In one scene, the two men IM each other while their words appear on a screen behind them. Cool and daring technology and timing. I won't give away the ending.
In the last piece, the Internet technology of "Baby Namer 2.0" comes between a pregnant woman and her lover. The guy's the geek, of course.
All three seem to me to be more contemporary than futuristic, well written and acted, and wryly true to life.
A short discussion followed where the cast, crew, and author answered questions from the audience. A nice touch.
Bonus: If you go to my Bonnie Briar Productions web site to see more photos, don't be surprised to find the first half dozen or so pictures showing preparations for "The Pabst and Popcorn Hour Presents an Adaptation of the Tragedy of Doctor Faustus."
They were having a Devil of a time.Cheers.
Bob
1 comment:
Great photos! I'm glad you enjoyed the plays Bob.
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