Donkey Punch, King Lear, and The Maids
We discuss new productions of Donkey Punch, King Lear, and The Maids and the challenges of having and the benefits of hearing minority opinions.
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SHOWS DISCUSSED
Donkey Punch
Written by Micheline Auger
Directed by Audrey Alford
A woman explores monogamy while her best friend dates a pornographer in Donkey Punch.
Performances through August 31, 2014
King Lear
Written by William Shakespeare
Directed by Daniel Sullivan
The second Shakespeare in the Park shows brings Emmy and Tony award winning actor John Lithgow to the stage to play the tragic hero King Lear.
Performances through August 17, 2014
For information on how to get tickets and other tips see Maxamoo’s Insider Guide to Shakespeare in the Park.
At The Delacorte Theater
The Maids
By Jean Genet
New English translation by Benedict Andrews and Andrew Upton
Director Benedict Andrews
Cate Blanchett and Isabelle Huppert star as two sisters trying to kill their employer in The Maids, a play brought to New York City by The Sydney Theatre Company.
Performances through August 16, 2014