There
are two things one can be sure of on going to an Act Provocateur
International production. Firstly, it will not be light and fluffy
theatre and it will be well staged, directed and acted.
I first came across API two years ago and have
become an admirer of their work, planning to see several of their eight
shows this Fringe.
This
William Whitehurst play introduces us to Arthur Cork, played by Andy
McQuade, who has walled himself up in a deserted building, living only
on pigeons and rainwater.
Cork
has been driven insane by an abusive mother, both physically and
mentally and his story is told through a series monologues depicting
incidents in his life from childhood to adult and help to explain his
state of mind.
This
powerful play is skillfully directed by Victor Sobchak and McQuade's
performance is immense. This is certainly not an easy option to watch,
but for a fine piece of early afternoon theatre it would take some
beating.
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