Con artists: in a play about treachery in independent filmmaking, Adam Langer exercises his talent for deception

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Langer's new play, 'Flim Flam', explores the idea that all artists are necessarily con artists. The play opened at Chicago's Live Bait Theatre on February 20, 1998. It uses the milieu of independent filmmaking to treat themes of love and betrayal.

Practice, Dramatists, Playwrights, Flim Flam (Play), Langer, Adam

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Gods' spell: a young actress finds timeless dignity in a beautiful girl who coolly accepts her cruel march toward death

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Dudek, who portrays Iphigenia in the Court Theatre's productions of 'Iphigenia at Aulis' and 'Iphigenia in Tauris,' originally did not believe in the character's wisdom. Dir JoAnne Akalaitis hopes the plays will inspire audiences to think.

Portrayals, Performances, Works, Euripides, Iphigenia at Aulis (Play), Iphigenia in Tauris (Play), Dudek, Anne, Akalaitis, Joanne, Rudall, Nicholas, Iphigenia (Mythological figure)

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Acting out

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The work of About Face Youth Theatre, based in Chicago, IL, which examines lesbian and gay issues, is discussed, with focus on the humour of the young people and their acting ability.

Social aspects, Gays, Analysis, Popular culture, Chicago, Illinois, Homosexuality, Theater, Homosexuality and theater

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