 establishes a solid balance between light-hearted and comedic banter and powerfully dramatic and elevated speech.
Although the strong Jewish themes in "Awake and Sing" seem to have been repeated in countless plays before it, "Awake and Sing" hardly seems worn-out. Rather, it brings a fresh perspective to its historical time period, and despite a predictable plotline, keeps the audience captivated and emotionally involved in the drama on stage.
"Awake and Sing" is powerful and brilliantly reflects the struggles many faced during the Great Depression, while uncovering the frailties of the human spirit. This must-see is definitely worth singing about.
"Awake and Sing" is playing at Arena Stage through March 5, 2006. Tickets are on sale at www.arenastage.org.
Daniel Klein. Daniel Klein is a junior in the Communications Arts Program and excited for a great year on print staff. When not working on a story he enjoys playing for Blair's awe-inspiring, breathtaking and downright cool boys' lacrosse team (and encourages everyone to come see us … More »