The Height of the Storm | At Broadway’s Samuel J. Friedman

The Height of the Storm on Broadway is scheduled to run until 17th November 2019.

Florian Zeller’s French play, translated by Christopher Hampton has made its way Samuel J. Friedman Theater. This play has been commended in its written form and now the staged version directed by Jonathan Kent is garnering rave reviews. The play has come to the U.S. after a proclaimed run at London’s West End. The crowd-pullers of the show are definitely Game of Thrones star and two-time Olivier and Tony Award winner Jonathan Pryce. His experience is what makes the play engrossing to the audience despite its dark themes. He is being ably supported by veteran Eileen Atkins, who has previously appeared in the popular show The Crown. She also has three Olivier Awards to her name. The play and the stage adaptation has been called “haunting” because of the story and the way it navigates through the plot. The Height of the Storm began previews on September 10, 2019, and the official run began on Tuesday, September 24, 2019, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theater.

The Height of the Storm embraces the dark themes of Florian Zeller’s original play. It depends on the acting prowess of its lead actors along with the supporting cast comprising of Lucy Cohu, Amanda Drew, James Hillier, and Lisa O’Hare, to drive home the bleak setting and events. Sound Designer Paul Groothuis uses Gary Yershon’s original music to create the ambiance required for the play. Anthony Ward’s scenic design and costumes are also important cogs that make The Height of the Storm click.

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The premise of the play is dismal, but one that is not alien to anyone. The story of the aged parent whose reality enters new avenues after their partner leaves them behind is not new. But, director Jonathan Kent is able to shed fresh light (or darkness) on this by employing his theatrical talent. The story of the family that comes undone after the tragic events will play at the heartstrings of the audience just like death does at a moment of danger. While the play may not exactly be one for a fun Friday night viewing, it surely is tailor-made for people who are serious about theater.

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