Waiting for Godot (Druid Theatre) by Darryl Reilly

Ms. Hynes has the cast at full speed emphasizing slapstick and employing stylized poses and gestures.  There's exaggerated choreography-like movement such as extending legs and dipping down, grabbing at each other and jumping. Movement director Nick Winston's efforts are accomplished if overdone. The plethora of gags and set up punchline recitation gets laughs at the expense of emotional resonance. A few bits are …

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