The contours of Kate’s evolution, as sharp edges are softened by the awakening of feelings new to her, dates back at least to Shakespeare’s Beatrice and Katherina. But Baker renews the theme for the early 20th century with perspicacity and humor....
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‘Partnership’ Review: Elizabeth Baker’s Long-Lost Drama
PARTNERSHIP: A CENTURY-OLD PLAY FOR OUR TIME
The perspectives in this play could only come from a woman. And considering how rare it is to experience dramatic works from female writers during the period, the Mint is giving us quite a treat. Baker’s nuanced characters and prescient themes offe...
PARTNERSHIP: THE PERILS OF MIXING BUSINESS AND PLEASURE
Directed by Jackson Grace Gay, this Partnership simply doesn’t meet the Mint’s usual high standards. (And I’m not talking about the blatantly obvious stick-on mustache. Although…) It boils down to a glaring lack of chemistry between Haider an...
THEATER Love or money? This off-Broadway play examines the age-old question. Read our review
Overall, the audience did not seem overly impressed: There was courtesy clapping at the end of Act I, and the applause only slightly increased in Act II. When it was over, there was sustained appreciation. This kind of period piece just does not warr...
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