I experienced Quantum Theater's latest production, "Yerma" last evening. It's described as "a deeply musical folktale, blending song and poetic text into a modern story of unbridled yearning." Since we keep things loosely musical here, I'll refrain from critiquing the performance as a whole - though it was spectacularly gripping.
The reason I call it to the attention of the SITKOT readership is to heartily endorse the performance of the show's solo musical accompaniment: Ethan Margolis. Mr. Margolis' flamenco stylings are more than just accompaniment, he actually sits amidst the crowd conducting and coaxing the performance from within. He strums, sings, claps and in multiple scenes, engages on stage with the show's stunning flamenco dancer, Cihtli Ocampo. It is indeed a deeply musical experience.
The performance space is in East Liberty and the show only runs until Sunday, April 26. Click here for tickets and more information.
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