Kyle Begley

BWW Review: The Theoretical Existence that is Nu•ance Theatre Co.'s PROOF

Now being performed by the Nu•ance Theatre Co. (in association with John DeSotelle Studio) and under the direction of John DeSotelle, Proof is the Pulitzer-Prize winning play by David Auburn that provides audiences with much to think about…even if we understand little of the actual theorems themselves. This entire show is wonderful in that it equates the universality of math with the very specifics of how people live their lives - simple numbers that take the place of human emotions to the point where people are trying to prove theorems over love - trying to make equations work over how they should be functioning. It is a play that not only seeks to prove an equation that can exist as perfect, but also proves how imperfect we are in the face of ourselves and others. It is the perfect theoretical to what reality has given to these characters, and what ensues cannot be witnessed with anything less than pure fascination.

Photo Flash: Nuance Brings PROOF to the Stage

With each production, Nuance Theatre Co. is gaining a reputation of presenting incredible theatrical performances.

Positive with Nu•ance Theatre Co. Presents PROOF

With each production, rising Nu•ance Theatre Company is gaining a reputation of presenting incredible theatrical performances.

Positive with Nu•ance Theatre Co. Presents PROOF

With each production, rising Nu•ance Theatre Company is gaining a reputation of presenting incredible theatrical performances.

Nu•ance Theatre Co. Would Like to Show You PROOF

With each production, Nu•ance Theatre Co. is gaining a reputation of presenting incredible theatrical performances  -  whether compelling ensemble acting, atmospheric lighting and sound that enrich ghostly projections,  innovations creating actual rain on stage (Condemned), or ambitious and immersive set designs (as in a depression-era union warehouse (Waiting for Lefty), a 1930's-style tenement apartment (Awake and Sing!), and the stone walls of Elsinore Castle complete with a draw bridge and ghost (Hamlet) to name just a few.