Here are some quick thoughts before I crash (I’ll write more later): The cast was spectacular all around. Lange was vibrant, emotive, and captivating; Keenan-Bolger was stoic and grounding; and Parsons was waggish and endearing. I've seen a few people describe this play as cliché but clichés spring from truth. Vogel’s work here may not be her most original but it is undoubtedly personal and effectively affecting. More than a handful of times I was moved
Truth be told, I love that this show seems to be a showpiece for Lange. Incidentally, Vogel has admitted that this is an autobiographical play about and dedicated to her mother. I wonder if she chose to maintain the story more grounded and true to life as a result. I also wonder if she'll continue rewrites throughout and perhaps even after the previews. In either case, I can't wait to see this in two weeks.
I see this in a few weeks. I can't wait. I have front row seats, too, and the it looks like view will be great. Videos and pictures are starting to emerge on Twitter and Instagram.
