Word: ruthã
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Dates: during 2001-2001
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...Jack Savonarola (Tim B. Urban ’04), are thirty-somethings living in New York City, going about their lives and enjoying being in love with one another. The play takes place entirely within the space of one day in the confines of Ruth??€™s bedroom. Her birthday is the catalyst that prompts them to take a long hard look at their relationship, plagued with difficulties, and come to terms with their future. Ruth is a conservative Jewish girl who hopes to get married and settle down soon, like the rest of her friends. Jack...
...converted swimming facility of the Adams Pool Theater lends an antiquated and cozy atmosphere to Ancient History. Since all the action is based inside Ruth??€™s bedroom, the theater space itself helps to make the room seem more homey and comfortable contributing to the plausibility of the ensuing events. Furthermore, the costumes are impressive, they managing to convey nudity without actually revealing anything that would make for an R-rated performance. Occasionally, sound effects and self-conscious thearicality detract from the strength of the performance. Flashbacks introduced by the sound of a ringing phone occasionally become confusing, when...