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...cast and crew of Ajax made admirable use of the small, cramped Kronauer Space this weekend. Spectators were crowded onto benches and many had to sit on the floor, but the fine acting and directing made up for the deficiencies in the space. In fact, the up-close-and-personal seating arrangement increased the impact of the gore, violence and emotion found in this modern adaptation of Sophocles’ classic Greek tragedy...
...bronze shield on the back wall and a yellow curtain hung to the side served as the only set elements. The minimalism of the props provided well-considered contrast to the complexity of the drama. The play also made unique use of audio-visual technology, presenting the suicide of Ajax as a televised clip. The TV’s blurry, black-and-white image made the suicide scene creepier and more powerful than it would have been had it been acted out on stage...
...rich production that pushed its limits without becoming overdone. The space obstacles presented by the Kronauer were not easy to overcome, but the staff’s excellent judgment resulted in a gripping, well-constructed show with a perfect sense of rhythm and timing. Packed with action and intensity, Ajax was a true...
THEATER | Ajax...
...Adams House Drama Society presents Sophocles’ Ajax, directed by Brian Fairley. Come see the story of one man’s quest for freedom. Filled with the unexpected, this show promises audiences a thrilling night in its innovative retelling of the Greek play. Friday and Satu rday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $5, $3 students, $2 Adams House residents. Adams Kronauer Space, 13 Bow Street...