The Zoo Story
Peter just wants his Sunday ritual: read a good book at his favorite Central Park bench. He's an exec. at a small publishing firm (textbooks) and relishes his quiet time. Jerry, a rebel without a connection, needs to talk. He's manic and urgent, since he couldn't even befriend his landlord's gnarly dog. So Jerry, sly as a salesman, gets Peter to talk, and listen. In Edward Albee's 55-minute one-act, they couldn't be more opposite. In Backyard Renaissance's terrific, jackhammer of a production, smartly directed by Rosina Reynolds, they couldn't be better cast. Francis Gercke makes hyper-Jerry a time bomb with few ticks left (his lenghty monologue/shaggy dog story is excellent). Phil Johnson, one of San Diego's reigning comedians, displays his impressive acting skills. He reveals mostly mute Peter's emotional interior with often brilliant reactions.Critic's Pick.
When
Ongoing until Sunday, July 29, 2018
Hours
| Sundays, 2pm |
| Thursdays, 8pm |
| Fridays, 8pm |
| Saturdays, 8pm |