Eva Trieger is an educator and a freelance writer specializing in coverage of the arts.
Sorel Bennett (Susan Branch), a quirky actress and Edward Bennett (David Dartt), her playwright husband, have a combative relationship. They alternately spar and coo, while mixing it up with their unanticipated visitors. [
‘Death By Design’ is Humorously Lively at PowPac Theatre Read More »
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History, culture and gastronomy collide in this collection of photographs that depicts the American Jewish palate, fashion and routines of Brooklynites from 1970 to 1985. As an art major of Brooklyn College Halperin sought out subjects for her medium. She landed on Dubrow’s cafeteria as a spot to hone her skill. Though it was in her own Flatbush neighborhood, she’d never been inside. [Eva Trieger]
Dubrow’s Cafeteria Comes Back to Life in ‘Kibbitz & Nosh’ Read More »
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Mom (Lesa Sailors) has been a widow for two years, and though she loved her husband, has found new facets and interests and is allowing herself to live a more fully expressed life, which is equal parts unexpected and devastating to her daughter, Ellie. [Eva Trieger]
In This Play, Daughter is Overbearing, Not Trusting of Mother’s Choices Read More »
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Under Dennis Floyd’s direction this fast-paced, silly adventure depicts the return of the once-admired Broadway director, Anthony J. Lefcourt, presenting his newest whodunit–not a thriller!–that features an aging starlet, a dewy-eyed ingenue, a doddering actor who can’t learn his lines, a street kid attempting to pass as a schooled butler, and an out-of-work actor-cum-detective. [Eva Trieger]
‘The Butler Did It’ Offers Plays Within Plays Read More »
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Ritz explained that she serves as a manager but gives ownership to each actor to find their own take on something. She encourages them to unearth the layers in this shared process. [Eva Trieger]
‘Vanity Fair’ Director Encourages Actors to Dig Within Themselves Read More »
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“It’s a very creative group and ideas keep pouring out. Something pops out in each reading, and there are so many nuggets of humor. Rehearsals are always a delight.” [Eva Trieger]
Butler May Do It May 7 through June 9 at PowPac Community Theatre Read More »
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By Eva Trieger SOLANA BEACH, California — A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to interview screenplay writer and codirector, Jake Broder, about his world premiere show, Sense of Decency, at the North Coast Rep. After our chat I was very eager to see the show on stage and discover for myself how the
‘Sense of Decency’ Doesn’t Deliver on Playwright’s Intentions Read More »
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Much of the content for this one-woman show came from Bromka’s extensive research. She armed herself with the 800+ page diary of Lady Bird, autobiography and diaries of Betty Ford, and writings of White House press secretaries. The multi-talented actress told me that “librarians are my heroines/heroes.” [Eva Trieger]
Elaine Bromka Portrays First Ladies Johnson, Nixon, and Ford in ‘Tea for Three’ Read More »
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Sense of Decency follows the conversations between these men for the express purpose of understanding how evil of such magnitude is created. This world premier, written by award-winning playwright and actor, Jake Broder, is based on the book The Nazi and the Psychiatrist written by Jack El-Hai. [Eva Trieger]
Goering is Psychoanalyzed in ‘Sense of Decency’ Coming to North Coast Rep Read More »
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Each member of the family processes the loss in his/her own way, clearly without being seen, heard or understood by each other. The sense of isolation, guilt, and grief are palpable in each character whether they are withholding or exploding with the overwhelming emotions. [Eva Triegere]
‘Ordinary People’ Examines Family Members’ Response to Loss Read More »
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“I Love You Because,” a sweet musical, will captivate you with its witty songs, clever lyrics and all of the requisite heartaches that are at the core of every relationship. [Eva Trieger]
There’s a New Director in Town Who’s Doing ‘I Love You Because’ Read More »
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The satiric comedy was originally written and performed in French, but fortunately for English-speaking audiences, it was translated by Richard Wilbur, and later, by others. The play is written and performed in rhyme. The actors are nothing short of incredible in their ability to speak the lines with meaning, each delivered naturally and logically. [Eva Trieger]
‘Tartuffe’ Pokes Fun at Our Frail and Base Tendencies Read More »
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One tragedy befell another. It seemed for Mala, her family, and all of Tarnogrod’s Jews, there was no escaping the Germans’ might. As the family starved, Mala and her brother went out to barter what little they had. They were thrilled to have scored some bread and vegetables. On their stealthy return, they were discovered and shot at by the soldiers. Mala played dead and escaped with her life, her brother Yechiel, was not playing. He’d been killed. About this time Mala’s stray cat became her constant companion. It seemed to accompany Mala everywhere she went, or meet her whenever she returned from scavenging for food. Mala saw the little cat as her angel and named the cat Malach. It seemed regardless of where Mala found herself, an orchard, a barn, the river, the little cat was by her side, keeping her company. [Eva Trieger]
The Holocaust Through Eyes of a 12-Year-Old Girl Read More »
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The dialogue is honest and self-reflective. Dan’s hopelessness has him questioning the value of life without another’s recognition or memory. For Betty, after a loveless marriage, the middle-aged woman wants to be loved and valued. Both characters know the love and companionship of their respective dog and cats, but each longs for a human’s affection to give them validation and meaning. [Eva Trieger]
‘Chapatti’ at Scripps Ranch Theatre Reaches into Lonely Human Hearts Read More »
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