Socks Whitmore – Stage Raw.
Like other Actors’ Gang productions, (Im)migrants of the State draws from a distinctly stylized form of physical theater, ranging from the comedic use of cardboard cutout props to the out-of-time, slow-motion dramatization of a gang jumping. The medium feels fitting for the project; the technical simplicity keeps the focus on the performers and narrative, which captivate effectively on their own. The script covers an unusual amount of linguistic ground, including bilingual conversations, explanations of cultural terms, and, curiously, several monologues in verse over the course of the show. Audience members can recognize the clear authentic voice behind the writing, and the disquieting truths about the system it seeks to expose. Read more…