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LeGacy Productions presents A Few Good Men, playing at the Nevada Theatre through May 23.
Saturday night in Nevada City was filled with wine and snacks in celebration of the gala night of LeGacy Production's latest offering, “A Few Good Men.”
Complete with a flag ceremony, the National Anthem and recently shorn heads, LeGacy Productions does the riveting military legal drama justice.
LeGacy Productions performed “A Few Good Men” as its first big stage performance in 2007. It garnered so much attention that it wanted to do it again, Sue LeGate said. She and Rene Sprattling direct the play, written by Aaron Sorkin; LeGate also directed the 2007 offering, and several actors reprised their original roles this go-round.
The 17-person cast, backed by a sturdy production staff, presents the mature drama in a no-nonsense fashion, focusing on the larger issues of trust, honor, duty and community. Lawyers and defendants are portrayed equally empathetically, and the acting exudes realness, creating true involvement for the audience. As Alvis LeGate and Jimmy McCammon clash over possibilities for the final outcome, we're torn as to whose “side” we're on. We grit our teeth at the chain of command and unwritten rules, but question if we wouldn't abide willingly if we were in a different pair of shoes.
McCammon shines as a loyal Marine, trying to uphold his honor, and local high schooler Phillip Thompson puts on a professional performance, as does fellow teen Austin Madrigal.
Rebecca Ely is perfectly overzealous as a by-the-book lawyer whose past courtroom career is a story of a lot of work with little result. You can't help but root for her.
Scott Young provides comic relief, particularly in scenes where he's sparring with Alvis LeGate, whose character forces us on this enlightening ride, whether we're ready for it or not.
Bruce Kelly and Jeff Renard steal the spotlight, playing characters analogous with the nebulous issues of ethics and accountability.
Make sure to grab a cup of coffee before the show or during the intermission — the show is a little long. The length is justified by the compelling story and the powerful acting.
LeGacy's “A Few Good Men” fulfills its goal: Delivering a satisfying, complicated story in an accessible manner, backed by solid acting and a stage set-up that convincingly portrays several different locales.
In light of Foothill Theatre Company's closure, LeGacy Productions is one of the many local theater companies keeping the Nevada Theatre full and Nevada City's arts community thriving.
LeGacy will hold a benefit night for Friends of Nevada County Military at 7 tonight. According to Sue LeGate, whose father served in the military, LeGacy's previous FNCM benefit was their most successful. Tickets are $20.
A Few Good Men is playing at the Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad St., Nevada City, through May 23. Showtimes are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays (no show this Saturday, May 1). Tickets are $18 in advance and $20 at the door.
For information, call (530) 268-5419 or visit www.LeGacyPresents.com.
To contact Content Manager Angela Diaz, e-mail
adiaz@theunion.com or call
(530) 477-4203.
Complete with a flag ceremony, the National Anthem and recently shorn heads, LeGacy Productions does the riveting military legal drama justice.
LeGacy Productions performed “A Few Good Men” as its first big stage performance in 2007. It garnered so much attention that it wanted to do it again, Sue LeGate said. She and Rene Sprattling direct the play, written by Aaron Sorkin; LeGate also directed the 2007 offering, and several actors reprised their original roles this go-round.
The 17-person cast, backed by a sturdy production staff, presents the mature drama in a no-nonsense fashion, focusing on the larger issues of trust, honor, duty and community. Lawyers and defendants are portrayed equally empathetically, and the acting exudes realness, creating true involvement for the audience. As Alvis LeGate and Jimmy McCammon clash over possibilities for the final outcome, we're torn as to whose “side” we're on. We grit our teeth at the chain of command and unwritten rules, but question if we wouldn't abide willingly if we were in a different pair of shoes.
McCammon shines as a loyal Marine, trying to uphold his honor, and local high schooler Phillip Thompson puts on a professional performance, as does fellow teen Austin Madrigal.
Rebecca Ely is perfectly overzealous as a by-the-book lawyer whose past courtroom career is a story of a lot of work with little result. You can't help but root for her.
Scott Young provides comic relief, particularly in scenes where he's sparring with Alvis LeGate, whose character forces us on this enlightening ride, whether we're ready for it or not.
Bruce Kelly and Jeff Renard steal the spotlight, playing characters analogous with the nebulous issues of ethics and accountability.
Make sure to grab a cup of coffee before the show or during the intermission — the show is a little long. The length is justified by the compelling story and the powerful acting.
LeGacy's “A Few Good Men” fulfills its goal: Delivering a satisfying, complicated story in an accessible manner, backed by solid acting and a stage set-up that convincingly portrays several different locales.
In light of Foothill Theatre Company's closure, LeGacy Productions is one of the many local theater companies keeping the Nevada Theatre full and Nevada City's arts community thriving.
LeGacy will hold a benefit night for Friends of Nevada County Military at 7 tonight. According to Sue LeGate, whose father served in the military, LeGacy's previous FNCM benefit was their most successful. Tickets are $20.
A Few Good Men is playing at the Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad St., Nevada City, through May 23. Showtimes are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays (no show this Saturday, May 1). Tickets are $18 in advance and $20 at the door.
For information, call (530) 268-5419 or visit www.LeGacyPresents.com.
To contact Content Manager Angela Diaz, e-mail
adiaz@theunion.com or call
(530) 477-4203.
