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Mid-Life Crisis Rages in Absurd Comedy 'Sylvia' -- A Mix of Tricks and Treats

Mid-Life Crisis Rages in Absurd Comedy ‘Sylvia’ — A Mix of Tricks and Treats

By Lynn Venhaus Managing Editor Oh, that puppy love. American playwright A.R. Gurney’s absurd comedy “Sylvia” presents a marital conflict caused by a pretty pooch. In this case, the mutt takes on human form and talks in perfect English. To buy into the conceit is to believe the female fur child in its interaction with her male best friend, and it’s apparent they are a tad too close.

That’s the…

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'Blithe Spirit' Well-Crafted but Script Has Not Aged Well

‘Blithe Spirit’ Well-Crafted but Script Has Not Aged Well

By Jeff Ritter Contributing Writer Act Inc.’s production of Noel Coward’s classic comedy “Blithe Spirit” featured clever lighting and mechanical stage effects paired with fine acting. However, the 1941 play overstayed its welcome with an uneven second act.

The plot is straightforward: two well-heeled couples — the visiting Dr. and Mrs. Bradman (Tim Naegelin and Liz Mischel) join the host couple,…