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| Lindsey Marlin, Marlene Galan-Woods, Scott Hyder photo by Christopher Haines |
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"...In Jason Odell Williams's timely and engaging drama Church & State, politics and religion butt heads after a recent school shooting forces a politician to question his beliefs and backtrack on his stance on gun control. The recent drama is receiving its Arizona premiere in a solid production from iTheatre Collaborative....Williams' 75-minute, one-act play moves fairly fast and includes natural dialogue and identifiable characters, though, as well-written as it is, I highly doubt it will change anyone's beliefs on either God or gun control. ..iTheatre's cast is fairly good in creating realistic portrayals, with Scott Hyder especially adept in the way he shows how the conservative Christian Senator Whitmore is conflicted in his feelings and starts questioning his beliefs. Lindsey Marlin is very good as Alex, instilling her with both confidence and steely determination in her quest for success. As Whitmore's wife Sara, Marlene Galan-Woods ..is best when Sara attempts to reason with her husband and questions if this change will impact their marriage. ...an interesting expose of the obstacles faced when serving the public and also how one's values can change when they are confronted with a horrifying incident. ..The time of standing behind empty "thoughts and prayers" is clearly in the past, which makes this play, and this production, incredibly relevant.. "
-Gil Benbrook, Talkin' Broadway (click here to read the complete review)
"...The final, Aaron Sorkin styled speech gives the script a satisfying, emotional kick, even if in reality it sounds like the well written words of a clever playwright delivered by an experienced actor rather than something a real politician would ever say, but it remains the emotional payoff the evening requires." -David Appleford, Valley Screen and Stage (click here to read the complete review)
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