Clyde’s — Let's Play Theatrical Reviews
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Clyde's brilliantly brings the forgotten to life while showcasing their fragile existence as they strive to regain their purpose within society. Lynn Nottage is a master of opening our hearts and manipulating the audience to look into the mirror of our souls as we witness each character and remove t
Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage is making history with her Broadway plays simultaneously featured and highly praised. One standout play, "Clyde's," currently at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago, portrays a rundown cafe truck stop offering redemption to former prisoners through work. The play delves into their struggles post-release and their quest for purpose, centered around perfecting a sandwich. As society shuns ex-convicts, Nottage's work challenges audiences to empathize and see their humanity. The play features characters dealing with past mistakes, societal judgment, and the desire for redemption. With a core cast led by Letitia, Rafael, Jason, and Montrellous, each character's story unfolds, highlighting their hopes and struggles. The play showcases the brutal reality faced by former prisoners striving for acceptance and belonging in society. "Clyde's" is a riveting dark comedy that blends humor with a poignant narrative of second chances and self-worth. The intense and thought-provoking play by Nottage is a must-see production that confronts societal perceptions and individual resilience.