In Live Source Theatre Group's world premiere, a gathering to celebrate the summer solstice in the deep upstate New York woods quickly devolves into something more sinister. More…
What begins as a casual, fun weekend quickly becomes a power-struggle and then a game of survival that is by turns bizarre and shocking. Written as a Jonestown parable for the Trump era, 'Solstice Party' explores themes of “group-think” and betrayal that instigate our deepest primal fears.
See it if Stunning production design w/able direction & edgy acting (PA Jones a standout) can't really mask Stanton's shaky plotting & ambiguous tone
Don't see it if Stanton's talent evident despite campy mash-up of Shakespeare's Midsummer via Bunuel's Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie Ending very muddled
See it if you enjoy interesting design elements. This play would receive a grade of F in Playwriting 101.
Don't see it if you value excellent writing and fine performances in plays. You won't find it here.
Also I gave the play a 10 due to the design. Other than that, this producti... Read more Read less
See it if you think you've seen theatre done every possible way so far.
Don't see it if you're out of town this week.
See it if want something original and a bit of a fantasy
Don't see it if you can't tolerate bad music, get restless, want to see something conventional
See it if Read my review at Stagebuddy.com
Don't see it if Go see this show, no need to have reservations.