Mary Page Marlowe

See it if you like plays that diverge from sequential narrative to illuminate the impact different stages of our lives have on our identities.

Don't see it if you prefer sequential narrative, including those that lead to a certain, dramatic "climax," or a clear, unambiguous resolution at the end.

Also The performances are excellent, and sometimes completely heartbreaking. You want to reach out and support the title character, as she goes through the struggles in her life, which include more than one addiction. The earliest and lasting effects on personality, found in childhood experience, are sensitively developed here. I wasn't completely satisfied with the last scene, but can't say specifically what might have constituted a more effective ending.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a deconstruction of one woman's life spanning decades. The non-linear narrative peels back her life in small vignettes.

Don't see it if You want a straight-forward linear story with a clear resolution.

See it if you want to see the life of one woman enacted by several actresses over the course of her life at various stages.

Don't see it if you want a completely linear arch.

Also I saw the first night preview so the probably explains some of the choppiness. At times the piece was compelling but often a bit boring. Many down times w/o much action. Examines the life of one woman who has 3 husbands and a big drinking problem that leads her into all sorts of trouble ....not sure what the point of the story was. Ultimately, just not that interesting overall.... Read more Read less