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by Rajkhet Dirzhud-Rashid -
SGN A&E Writer Prelude To A Kiss Directed by David Hsieh Starring Trevor Marston, Aaron Washington Toni Rose, Camille Barrera, Eloisa Cardona, J.P. Giulotti Marc Powell, Maydene Pang, Allen Go, Richard Hesik Austin Anderson, Margareta Lantz, Agatya Hohli Through April 20 Back in 1994, I was thrilled at the energy of two actors who were playing lovers, then spouses in Craig Lucas' Prelude To a Kiss, put on by Re-Act Theatre Company. I was just as thrilled watching it last weekend at Theatre Off Jackson, played by a completely different cast. In fact, I have to say I might have been even happier with this new production, which zips along with a lively and believable charm that had the whole audience on the edge of their seats. There was one odd moment, however, when two of the male characters were about to kiss - one of them is actually the other's spouse in another body, keep reading - and a few audience members made groaning noises. Guess they weren't from Seattle, or at least not from Capitol Hill. Other than that strange note, the play - which plays as both a comedy and at times a bit of a mystery drama - crackled with the kind of life that makes one forget there's a stage with actors on it. Peter and Rita (Trevor Marston and Toni Rose) meet, have much in common, including liking the same books and having had some of the same experiences, and start dating. This becomes more serious and pretty soon vows are being exchanged. Ah, but on their wedding day, a stranger shows up, an old man (Richard Hesik) who no one seems to know, kisses the bride, and then things really get interesting. On their honeymoon, Peter starts to wonder if Rita is really the same person he fell in love with, and friction between them grows, until by the time they get back things have deteriorated to where the marriage is floundering. Re-enter the same old man, only he's very different this time, much more like the Rita Peter originally met. And pretty soon, there's a showdown between this "body thief" and the real Rita, bringing everything back to normal, but not before some most interesting lessons about love, and gratitude for life are taught to the couple. A delight of a play that should please everyone, particularly if you're a romantic like yours truly here. For tickets and times call (206) 364-3283, or go to www.reacttheatre.org. Don't miss this wonderful show, or you'll really be kicking yourself. |
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