The Foreigner by Larry Shue Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Foreigner
Book Review: A priceless showcase of Larry Shue's wit
Summary: 5 Stars
I was lucky enough to see Larry Shue play the role of Charlie off-Broadway in May of 1985 (he died in December of that year). To my mind, he was the perfect Charlie, although years later I saw a performance of the play with Jaston Williams and Joe Sears that rocked the house and showed just how sharp Shue's wit was.Book Review: An incredibly funny show
Summary: 5 Stars
I had the sheer joy of playing Charlie several years ago and I hope some day I can do it again. It is funny and thought provoking at the same time. When I first read it I couldn't stop laughing and I wondered how we would get through it as actors without cracking up.
Everyone should read it and try to see it if it is playing at a theatre near you.
Book Review: An overlooked comedic masterpiece
Summary: 5 Stars
So much can be said about this light-hearted play that it's hard to pick where to start (and what to leave out)...
Larry Shue really set up a diverse and side-splitting play. First of all, it incorporates many accents and notions as cultures collide in the Deep South. One character even makes up his own dialect and tells an entire story in it (it's a lot funnier than it sounds trust me)! The plot also drives off of a cleverly set up situation of mistaken identity.
Somehow Shue created a hilarious, yet somehow realistic cast of characters. He followed this up by setting up an absurd plot that flows naturally and is exciting to read. Great character + great plot = what can go wrong?
I loved this play so much that I went to see it live at a somewhat small theatre. Literally everyone in the audience was laughing hysterically throughout the performance and they all stayed after for about an hour to learn more about the play and Larry Shue. The great thing is that this play is funny without being crude, which shows real comedic talent (and seems to be a rare find these days).
Reading a play doesn't take that long at all! If you are a theatre geek, or someone that is just starting to read plays this one will be a great choice for you. It's diverse, funny, witty and masterfully set-up. I strongly recommend it.
Book Review: Brilliance Through and Through
Summary: 5 Stars
I've just come back from seeing this play. I write plays and although I try not to watch a play with a playwright's eye, I can't help it. This play on all levels reached the very top! For me as an audience it was pure joy, for me as a writer it was pure joy wrapped in respect. Larry Shue is someone I'm going to find out more about. I'm sad to hear that he is no longer with us. The mixture of humanity and humor in this play is something that is not seen often. Larry Shue, thank you!Caroline
Book Review: Charm, wit, and a stupid hick... calling for greatness
Summary: 5 Stars
I actually was able to preform in this play as the foreigner himself, and it was awesome to be able to be in such a outstanding play. It has stereotypical southern folk, an overly eager British guy, and a pathologically shy guy who is having marital problems. This is honestly one of the few plays I have read that made me laugh out loud. I totally recommend it to anyone.