Next Fall

On Sunday, Taro and I went to see our sister-in-law, Maddie Corman, perform in a new play called Next Fall.

A production of Naked Angels Theatre Company (of which Taro is a member), Next Fall is a play that is as sensitive as it is provocative in its examination of faith and doubt, love and sexuality, life and death. We were riveted by the story, incredibly moved by the humanity of the characters, entertained by the wittily well-written dialogue, and completely impressed by the fantastic ensemble cast. It was the first time in a long time that we've been to see a piece of theatre and had to stay there, past the curtain call, composing ourselves before leaving our seats. We were both really emotional and have been thinking about the play ever since. It was profound and beautiful and funny and all the things that great theatre really should be.

If you're in New York in the next few weeks (the show runs through June 21) I highly recommend that you go. Reserve tickets here. And let me know what you think!

UPDATE (6.11.09): Ben Brantley raves about the show in today's New York Times! Read the review here, and be sure to check out the accompanying audio slide show.