(Seen 11/13/08)
This revival of David Rabe's explosive drama is deftly directed by Scott Ellis, suitably within the confines of this intimate venue.
Despite the passage of time and circumstance, it remains topical. We are still able to experience the tensions of the new recruits and seasoned veterans in a boot camp as their lives intersect. With the backdrop of the Vietnam war, we see them dealing with racism, homophobia, and socio-economic issues, as they crystallize into a brutal and needless murder.
Ellis has elicited finely honed performances from a strong ensemble cast, in a play which, unfortunately for our society, is still relevant today.