By James McLure
The Play: Roadside Theater hosts this US Army Entertainment “Bravo!” Touring Company production for a limited run, here from the USA.
Three G.I.s recovering from Vietnam War injuries, while away their time on the terrace of an Army hospital. Gately, a hillbilly, fiddles compulsively with a disemboweled radio; Silvio, a streetwise, big-city type, is addicted to "flashing" (even though his sex organs have suffered -he thinks - irremediable battle damage); while Natwick, a prissy "rich kid" from Long Island, writes letters to his mother telling her how much he wants to become a close friend of Gately (while omitting mention of how actively Silvio dislikes him). Comprised of a series of brief blackout scenes, the play blends these into a meaningful mosaic as the three tease, torment, entertain, exasperate and, on occasion, solace each other—maintaining throughout a hilarity which belies their deep concern about the uncertainties of the civilian world to which they will soon be returning.
Reservations are recommended and can be made beginning 1 Sept at the Roadside Theater; Bldg. 109, Patton Bks; by calling DSN 373-5020 or Civ. 06221-17 50 20, Tues.-Fri. from 1200–5:00 p.m.; or at www.roadsidetheater.com.
Non-U.S. Military ID cardholders MUST call with access roster information for admittance four days in advance.
This production is recommended for mature audiences.
Performances:Sept. 16 & 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets:
$12 adults, $10 students/seniors and $8 for children (11 and under.)
