I forgot to say, last night I dreamt that domino toke us on a special backstage tour that she planned ahead of time to this play, and we met with dan o brien and there was a scrim where we could see the actors from behind.

I've just been musing over the extraordinary amount of attention that this has recieved - all of it extremely positive - considering that, even now, fewer that 2000 people have actually seen it!  (4weeks x 7performances x 70seats ?!)

 

The play has gained that treasure-like status, a tiny gem shining in the world of theatre... Proving that it's not the size but the emotion of the production...... Lol

More fantastic reviews for the play's Northampton run!

 

The Body of an American – Royal and Derngate, Northampton | The Public Reviews

"Taking the role of keen, young Dan, a man full of inner doubts and demons, is Damien Molony who is utterly convincing. You are there with him all the time, feeling his angst as much as his desire to understand Paul. But the two play the many other characters equally well and subtly, even speaking for one another at times. This is an incredible feat of acting which makes for very compelling drama."

Theatre Review: The Body of an American at Royal & Derngate | Northampton Chronicle

"The acting of Molony and Gaminara throughout feels natural and authentic. Arguably Gaminara has the easier task. Drawing drama and anguish from the life of a war photographer would appear to be relatively simple. But the additional layers of world-weary humour and charisma are worn like a second skin and, despite the fragmented format, make his portrayal immensely believable. Molony must have had to dig deeper but, though it is a close thing, he finds the richer vein. The fact that he shades the acting duel in a play ostensibly about the other character is great testimony to the younger man’s ability to affect audience members in a limited space. When he speaks straight at you, it feels natural rather than studied. Therefore in the battle to captivate he wins on points, the honesty and humanity channelled in such a fashion you would imagine the playwright would be thrilled."