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...elegantly furnished Brooklyn brownstone that comprises the set of “Manuscript?? suggests a strange mix of adult veneer and inner childishness: Toy action figures stand amid the bookshelves, exposed brick walls, and vases of roses. This contradiction was not only an element of the set (designed by Ethan A. Davis ’10)—it proved to be one of the defining characteristics of this Loeb Experimental Theatre production...
...Manuscript?? takes place in the home of Harvard freshman David (Daniel E. Catomeris ’11), who has invited over two Yale freshmen—his best friend, Chris (Joseph “Jack” Cutmore-Scott ’10), and Chris’ girlfriend, Elizabeth (Sophie C. Kargman ’08)—during winter break. David, an aspiring writer, and Elizabeth, who has already launched a successful literary career as a published author, soon relaunch a long-running argument over the true authorship of one of Elizabeth’s works...
...Despite the far-fetched plot, the actors managed to turn out strong performances, keeping up the energy and tempo throughout the evening. Catomeris, a freshman, and Harvard theater veteran Cutmore-Scott were very believable as best friends. Their relationship, especially as “Manuscript?? drew to a close, was one of the most convincing aspects of the play. Kargman managed to give Elizabeth a wide emotional range, despite her character’s manipulative and unsympathetic nature. All three actors took on their roles with enthusiasm, embracing the melodrama and rising above...
...League-educated writers is being performed at the Loeb Experimental Theatre starting Nov. 29th. The Roving Reporter sat down with the director and cast to show them how great writing really gets done.J. Jack Cutmore-Scott ’10RR: Who do you play in “Manuscript???JC: I play Chris.RR: Is he the Harvard or Yale guy?JC: He’s a Yalie.RR: How does it feel to be portraying someone so obviously inferior to yourself?JC: Well, I find it challenging. I unfortunately didn’t go to Harvard-Yale...
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