Broom Play tickets

Broom Play presents itself as a revival of Theatre of the Absurd. The play borrowed dramatic mechanisms from Beckett, which worked well, though not necessarily to the credit of this playwright. The play lost some abstraction through the seemingly blatant themes of homoeroticism/ gender. While interesting, the lens pulls us from tragicomedy towards drama, by (seriously) acknowledging conceptions of modern identity. The blocking and direction were incredibly tight. It was a tight ship, indeed! There is interesting work here, though I question the achievement of new aesthetic contributions. I recommend Broom play. “All bad poetry springs from genuine feeling. To be natural is to be obvious, and to be obvious is to be inartistic.” -Oscar Wilde

My wife and I loved Broom Play at The Players Theatre. Matte Kranz (Jerryll) and Mike Donovan (Harr) are terrific together. Their physical comedy is razor sharp, and just when you are laughing hardest, a quiet look turns the moment heartbreaking.

Saw Broom Play in New York on Friday, and what an absolute delight! A wonderfully original, absurd, and sensory experience. Every sound, gesture, expression, and unexpected silence draws you into its strange little universe. You can almost feel the tension, taste the madness, and hear the laughter bouncing around the room. Brilliant physical comedy, fearless performances, and surprising depth beneath all the absurdity. It makes you laugh, think, and see the ordinary in a completely different light. Unconventional, inventive, and utterly unforgettable. A little theatre magic!