The Retreat From Moscow - Calgary Theatre
I went to see this play last night. Definitely a different step from what I have seen so far with my Theatre Calgary's subscription this year.
Basically, this 3 person play is about an older, British couple who have been married for over 30 years and their son. They have been going through marital problems for sometime and it comes to a head when the son comes home to visit one weekend when the husband decides to leave.
All in all, this play was quite good. The play itself is very serious, but there is a bit of humour through the reactions of emotionally overcharged wife and the emotionally withdrawn husband. It offers a deeper look into their experience and how the deal with the situation (or don't).
The play is done with the same set for the entire thing. The lighting changes periodically to just focus one or two characters to "change the setting" on occasion, but for the most part, it all takes place in the family home.
If you want to see a more serious, real life type of play. I would definitely say to go see it. The acting is quite good.
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