‘Noises Off!’ may have you going back for more

Courtesy: Bradley Akers

With a couple of “F” bombs thrown out there, this is NOT a show for children, yet it is a revealing comedy.  The beginning of the play is a little disjointed, nonetheless, seeing what goes on backstage of any performance is eye-opening and interestingly funny.  The cast is fabulous and their presentation will have you wondering how much of the show is scripted, and how much dialogue is adlib.  They flowed into one another’s lines without any hiccups.  There is a lot of quick-whit in “Noises Off!” currently featured at “Players By The Sea” in JAX Beach, FL.

Courtesy: Bradley Akers

Many accolades to Tom Fallon, scenic designer, for creating a very attractive front view and an equally intriguing look at the plain view from behind. The structure was easily turned after intermission.  It had to be very well made to withstand all the doors slamming.  The props are wonderful even if some of the sardines might have been missing.  We had the opportunity to see and hear the dialogue from the pretty side, and then the not so attractive view.  As stated earlier, the quick thinking and timing of the actors cannot be duplicated, nonetheless, you might need to see this show more than once.

Holidays are joyous, but they can also be stressful if you allow them to be.  You still have time to spend a night or afternoon (during December) full of laughter with the Players by the Sea’s production of “Noises Off!”  What a great early Christmas gift - tickets to the theatre.  Don’t miss this opportunity!  You have a choice among eight more performances.

“Noises Off”
DATES:      TIMES:
Thurs., Dec. 13   8 p.m.
Fri., Dec. 14    8 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 15    8 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 16    2 p.m.
Thurs. Dec. 20    8 p.m.
Fri., Dec.21     8 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 22     8 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 23    2 p.m.

TICKETS: Regular tickets are $28, with a discounted price of $25 for Senior/Student/Military.  Thursday night performances are special Student Nights, wherein students can receive half price tickets with a valid student I.D.  Showtimes are 8 p.m. from Thursday - Saturday, and at 2 p.m. on Sundays.  Advance ticket purchases are strongly encouraged.  Tickets are available at playersbythesea.org or by calling the Box Office at (904) 249-0289.

LOCATION: Players By The Sea Theatre
      106 6th Street North
      Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
      (904) 249-0289