Playing the Pundit

Posted by on Aug 1, 2012 in Art, Articles, Featured, Plays | 0 comments As a pundit, I’ve had my share of uncomfortable moments. I’ve been in front of the cameras and suddenly blanked on the name of a former South Korean president or the precise year when North Korea conducted its first nuclear test. Such embarrassing lapses, for a Korean expert at least, are comparable to forgetting your own child’s birthday. Still, you develop workarounds for...
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The Pundit

Posted by on Jul 14, 2012 in Featured, Plays | 0 comments A little knowledge is a dangerous thing. Ambitious Washington pundit Peter Peters is an expert on everything, even things he’s never heard of before. His slick media appearances put him on the fast track…until one of his interviews blows up in his face. Written by John Feffer Directed by Doug Krehbel Starring John Feffer as the pundit, with Matthew Ancarrow, Sean Coe, Anthony...
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The Bird

Posted by on Dec 30, 2011 in Plays | 0 comments Poland 1989: a man, a woman, a revolution, a revelation.   ABOUT In search of adventure in Poland 1989, a young man discovers a female assassin, a Jewish skinhead, a mysterious bird, and the loss of innocence. John Feffer plays seven characters in this one-man show, with an assist from the bird. Directed by Doug Krehbel with Emma Strauss as assistant director.   REVIEWS DC Theatre...
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Edible Rex

Posted by on Dec 30, 2010 in Plays | 0 comments EDIBLE REX How far would you go for the perfect meal? ABOUT In this one-man show, a father, a son, and a French chef search for the perfect meal. The adventure begins in a Chinese restaurant and continues to Sweden, North Korea, and Oklahoma. And you thought you were obsessed with food… [video preview] REVIEWS DC Theatre Scene gives Edible Rex its top mark: Must See! Washington City Paper...
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Krapp’s Last Power Point

Posted by on Feb 5, 2010 in Plays | 0 comments Krapp’s Last Power Point is an almost-one-man performance about technology gone out of control. George Krapp is a scientist giving a presentation on a new drug with miraculous benefits. His presentation is not exactly a slam dunk, however. The drug has controversial side effects, and the government has refused to grant approval for human trials. Krapp himself is reeling from the news that his...
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