The Peterson Show at The Echo in
Atwater is a mixed bag of strong acting and a somewhat confusing script
that turns on what has happened in the world of black sit com television
over the years.
In the talk back there was a brief reference to the
show 'Martin" and in the body of the play a scene where a spiked soft drink factored in.
Kudos to the set.
Truly
professional with two large video monitors that factor in.
Some of the dialogue was a little tough to understand, but the
physical and emotional dedication of the actors to the story, worked for
me.
The unavoidable reference to
Bill Cosby and the dominating voice of Mr. Peterson (never on stage)
brings the story home.. but.. but.. but...
We start in present day and after the act break wind up in the olden days.. and then.. we are .. to me .. all over the place.
Boosting the work of Chris Fields and the Echo Theatre Company is a goal.
Dedicated cast and a terrific set with strong direction makes up a bit for the writing which left me a bit confused.
At The Atwater Village Complex.//
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part of writing a reiew is the nuts and bolts of names and such. As I was a guest at this performance.. I cut to the chase and post this link to the Echo for you to find out about the basics.. Support Local Theatre!
https://www.echotheatercompany.com/
If that does't highlight.. please copy and paste
respectfully submitted
Michael Sheehan
onstagelosangeles
