Carmen Angel is a compelling play,
blending powerful acting, music and sound effects. It is a dark
tale set mainly in small town Canada. Joe, a police photographer,
is tormented in his dreams by childhood memories, particularly of
his friendship with Carmen whom he met as a nine year old and she
was a 10 year old "blond Venus". On her 11th birthday
she is brutally murdered and Joe's despair is overwhelming.
Chris Craddock triumphantly performs
solo, producing the whole cast of characters including Joe, Carmen
and Joe's aunt Lou with whom Joe is staying due to family
circumstances. The play has complex twists and turns building to a
shocking climax. The drama is heightened by the brilliant timing
between action, sound, music and lighting.
Carmen Angel is an intricate and highly
dramatic theatrical production.
*****
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