The Conduct of Life NYC Reviews and Tickets

74%

(34 Reviews)

Positive

79%

Mixed

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Members say

Intense, Absorbing, Great acting, Edgy, Thought-provoking

About the Show

Boundless Theatre presents María Irene Fornés’ critically acclaimed drama, which presents an unflinching portrayal of the intersection between political and personal violence.

The play follows Orlando, an army officer serving under the totalitarian government of an unnamed Latin American state. As he advances in his career, Orlando perpetrates state-sanctioned acts of violence, warping his psyche and gradually upending life in his household. His descent into a lifestyle of corruption and abuse leaves Orlando’s family grappling with the pernicious intrusion of state terror in their private lives. This exploration of power, gender, and greed provides a timely and brutal portrait of domestic life under authoritarianism.

Member Reviews (34)

Intense, Edgy, Clever, Relevant, Disturbing

See it if Stunning scenes of soldier's family members coping w/ his violent depravity. Creative staging and lighting intensify the disturbing script.

Don't see it if Torture and sexual abuse. Loss of humanity, emotional pain, and extreme anger. Terrified family. Makes its point; you won't forget it.

Edgy, Intense, Absorbing, Confusing, Voilence

See it if Very intense story a man that wants power and what he does to get the power.

Don't see it if Deals with torture sexual abuse. You want a happy story with music, singing, dancing. Read more

Critic Reviews (1)

September 16th, 2018

Darryl Reilly

"A raucous yet insightful fantasia about military oppression taking its toll on the populace...The play is structured as 19 short, often absurdly funny and sometimes unsettling scenes, some lasting just a few seconds, that total 75 fascinating minutes...Araoz’s vibrant staging perfectly realizes Fornés’ vision...Araoz also crucially guides the vivid performances that are on display...Granados achieves a grand portrayal of a Brechtian everyman."
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