Better use could’ve been made of lighting, as it stayed the same throughout almost all of the play. The set was simplistic, but effective, and the actors interacted well with the limited props. Teatro San Eliseo is an intimate venue and suited the nature of the production well. Her body language and mannerisms were also spot-on, fitting the role of a cantankerous old granny perfectly. She delivered her lines authoritatively, commanding the stage and holding the audience’s attention.
The stand out performance came from Shelagh Stuchbery, who played Grandma. Fabiana De Rose and Edoardo Camponeschi played into this dynamic well, probing the couple and exposing their flaws. Carolyn Gougher and Rishad Noorani were convincing in their portrayal of a typical middle-class couple, with Noorani’s childlike mannerisms emphasising his emasculation at the hands of his domineering wife. I especially enjoyed watching Mommy and Daddy’s relationship unfold. It’s clear that the cast know each other really well, effortlessly bouncing off each other throughout the performance. The cast is made up of actors from the companies “The Rome Savoyards” and “Plays in Rome,” who perform four plays together each year. The production of Albee’s work currently being staged at the Teatro San Genesio has a lot to offer. They follow the story of an American couple living with the wife’s elderly mother, and expose the deep dark secrets of the supposedly squeaky-clean middle class. “The Sandbox” acts as a preface to “The American Dream”, though the two one-act plays are often performed together. Guides include a synopsis, performance dates, revealing quotes from Albee, and more.Įntries marked with (*) contain a complete plot summary and a detailed critical analysis with works cited.Įntries marked with † are award winning works.ROME- Americans are proud of their founding mottos of opportunity, equality and freedom, but what really lies at the heart of this American Dream when you delve beneath the surface? Edward Albee’s “The American Dream” and “The Sandbox” look to explore this, resulting in a harsh critique of 1960’s America, which is still pertinent today. Click on the links below for guides to Edward Albee’s plays and other works.
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