The Company One production off Bruce Norris's ''The Pain and the Itch'' (featuring Philana Mia and Abigail Steinman) may not shock, but at least it treats the audience as equals.
Critic's Notebook
Shock theater has lost its value
The Company One production off Bruce Norris's ''The Pain and the Itch'' (featuring Philana Mia and Abigail Steinman) may not shock, but at least it treats the audience as equals.
I came to a shocking realization the other day: Apparently, I can't be shocked anymore. (Full article: 1243 words)
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