Category Archives: osf

“unseen” at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival

Posted on May 7, 2022 by Galen

unseen has too many themes, too many possibilities, and too many symbols to be either fun or worthwhile. It’s a well-meaning piece with two fine actors, and you will discuss your ideas about how to improve it. But, overall, it’s only 2 stars out of 5. Continue reading →

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“A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival

Posted on May 31, 2020 by Galen

A Midsummer Night’s Dream written by William Shakespearedirected by Joseph Haj Ashland, ORat the Oregon Shakespeare Festival Oh dear! I really didn’t want my last comments on this COVID-19 affected season to be anything but positive. I had hoped that … Continue reading →

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“Copper Children”

Posted on April 5, 2020 by Galen

written by Karen Zacariasdirected by Shariffa Ali Ashland, ORat the Oregon Shakespeare Festival Copper Children has much going for it: an under-told, important story, a talented playwright who entertained and educated us with Destiny of Desire, and an experienced and … Continue reading →

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“Bring Down the House, Part II”

Posted on March 21, 2020 by Galen

by William Shakespeareadapted by Rosa Joshi and Kate Wisniewskidirected by Rosa Joshi Ashland, ORat the Oregon Shakespeare Festival Through a scheduling snafu I missed the opening of Bring Down the House, Part I and took up the Henry VI story … Continue reading →

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“Between Two Knees”

Posted on May 18, 2019 by Galen

After trying for a month to moderate my initial reaction to the show, I admit failure. So, I reluctantly tell you, “Run! Turn your tickets back!! Seeing Between Two Knees is a waste.” The “play” is a two-act, juvenile, mental-masturbation … Continue reading →

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