MISERY

MINERS ALLEY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER: JANUARY 19 – FEBRUARY 11

Emma Messenger and Torsten Hillhouse

 

     William Goldman’s adaptation of Stephen King’s novel, Misery, explodes across the stage of the new Miners Alley Performing Arts Center with Glorious performances, Hitchcockian suspense and a Dazzling display of technical fireworks! 

      Emma Messenger triumphs with a powerhouse performance in the role of Annie Wilkes. Reprising her portrayal from a few seasons ago at The Edge Theatre, Messenger digs deep into the troubled psyche of this lady who is a suitable case for treatment!

     The new space allows her more space to expand upon her physical movement and pacing, as well as to unleash the howling of Annie’s inner demons. The congruity of her facial expressions, stage movement and vocal choices is astounding. The range of her expressiveness is seemingly infinite.      

     Whenever she opens her mouth to speak one doesn’t know what to expect. One time it’s a raging psychopathic tiger and the next a pouting, wounded little girl comes out.

     Messenger is one of Colorado’s premiere actors. Run to get a ticket whenever her name is in the program!

    This roller-coaster of a thriller is directed by Denver favorite, Warren Sherrill. From casting to pacing this nail-biter, Sherrill’s directorial prowess shines. 

     Torsten Hillhouse is a thoroughly credible Paul. Being either bed-ridden or wheelchair-bound throughout, the injured writer, can be a difficult role.  Nevertheless, Hillhouse manages to make us feel every twinge of pain and see his desperate thinking process.

      Mark Collins is superb in the role of Buster, the local cop.

     Jonathan Scott McKean’s brilliant scenic design is the professional work for which he has become renowned.

     Amy Arpan’s fight choreography is outstanding. (You’ll see!)

      John Hauser’s sound design leads us flawlessly into the labyrinth of Annie’s devious world, punctuating it with thunder!  Vance McKenzie’s lighting design heightens the mood, pairing flawlessly with Hauser’s sound.

     The new space is a stunner!

 

     Run to get tickets!

 

 

 For tickets call the box office at 303-935-3044 or go online at minersalley.com