InProximity Theatre Company presents:

PROMISING

By Michelle Elliott; Directed by Terry Berliner

PROMISING is at once a scathingly funny and shocking indictment of our current political climate. Local politician David Carver’s meteoric rise has caught the eye of the heavy political hitters in NYC and beyond. But the burgeoning career of the charismatic campaigner is threatened by a startling accusation. With a media circus in full swing just outside his apartment, David and his inner circle of supporters hunker down to strategize damage control for his campaign and to salvage any chance for a long-term future in politics. What no one completely understands, until this day, is how the maelstrom on the outside affects even his most loyal allies within. Beckett Theatre on Theatre Row 410 West 42nd Street NYC

The script is poignant, feels heavy, every word has a meaning, every action matters, and the pacing for it all to connect is on point. The performances are all around top-notch.

Manhattan With A Twist

Cast

Production Team

Terry Berliner, director | James J. Fenton, scenic designer | Teresa Snider-Stein, costume designer | Paul Miller & Kirk Fitzgerald, lighting designer | Scott Stauffer, sound designer | Lisa Dozier King, general manager | Cindi Rush, casting director | Red Rising Marketing, marketing | Karen Greco, press rep | Doug Barron, graphics | Jason Stewart, assistant stage manager | Jaime McWilliams, stage manager | Sarah Rotker, company manager

Manhattan With A Twist

“With the aim directed at rape culture, the ugliness of social media, and the obsession with death this nation has, the production manages to give us one of the most exciting thrillers on stage right now. And to the amazement of many, not one big effect was used to create the thrills, only great dialogue and acting.”

Top 10 of 2015

Theater Is Easy

“Promising is a thoughtful exploration of our contemporary political culture—and, more importantly, a wonderful showcase for some—ahem—promising talent.”

Broadway World

“an intense, captivating plot, excellent staging and features extraordinary acting.”

Blogcritics

“an intricate, suspenseful, thoughtful play that shouldn’t be missed”

TheaterScene.net

“a fascinating political thriller”