I thought that this play was beautiful and moving and that it provided an intimate view of how something as horrifying as an act of terrorism can affect people on an individual level. Too many people forget that a tragedy such as a terrorist bombing is more than the statistic of the number dead and the number injured. It is also the feelings of loss, anger, denial, regret, sadness, desperation, helplessness, hurt, and confusion felt often simultaneously by those who are left to pick up the pieces. Although there were a few light moments of relief in the play, it is unfortunate that this reviewer was unable to look past that to see that what this group of students created was able to convey all of these emotions and more.
While I don't know too many specific details about the Irish Troubles myself, I do know that they are, unfortunately, alive and well. This review is disrespectful to those affected by terrorism, especially those in Ireland, to refer to terrorism itself as a "bizzarity," the plot as "a crazy, incredible scheme," and the play as "wobbly" and "bumbling."
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While I don't know too many specific details about the Irish Troubles myself, I do know that they are, unfortunately, alive and well. This review is disrespectful to those affected by terrorism, especially those in Ireland, to refer to terrorism itself as a "bizzarity," the plot as "a crazy, incredible scheme," and the play as "wobbly" and "bumbling."