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| Breona Conrad, Betsy Mugavero, Veronika Duerr, and Allison Sell Photo by Devon Christopher Adams |
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"...(this) gender-bending, role-reversal production of one of Shakespeare's history plays, Richard II. With a talented group of actresses, including a spectacular trio of women in the lead roles, and crisp direction, it is a refreshing take on this tale of jealousy, hatred and redemption. ...The Southwest Shakespeare Company cast is superb. Betsy Mugavero beautifully depicts the wide emotional range of Richard—from forceful and slightly funny at first to foolish, frustrated, and ultimately feeble—with expert focus....Allison Sell brings strength, focus, power, and no hint at all of uncertainty to the role of Henry Bolingbroke. ...It's a solid and stunning portrayal of this practical and realistic man. Veronika Duerr is luminous in two roles...With stoic resilience we firmly understand from Duerr's strong portrayal why both characters have such strong devotion to those they love and to the causes they believe in....Under Quinn Mattfeld's skilled direction, not only is this slightly abridged version fast paced, with scene transitions that are seamless, but the decision to stage the entire show downstage also provides a beautiful connection and intimacy to the characters so we can more easily understand their actions, thoughts and concerns....an elegant and highly accessible production...." -Gil Benbrook, Talkin' Broadway (click here to read the complete review)
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