Theater Review: 2 Across

Last night I was truly fortunate to see the superb opening night performance of “Two Across” at St. Luke’s Theatre (308 West 46th Street).

The play stars Andrea McArdle and Kip Gilman.  Their chemistry, delivering the crackling, highly humorous dialogue of playwright Jerry Mayer is something to behold.

Both performers are superb in their roles as “Janet” and “Josh.”

Ms. McArdle as a detrmined to “finish the task,” therapist and so much more, really hits the mark and home, as her transformation into vulnerability and being more open, is acted in beautiful fashion.

Alas, she is  beautiful, likely,  inside as well, as she graciously took time to pose for pictures after the performance.

Mr. Gilman completes the performance. He is funny and likable as a “Peter Pan” male, surely something to which I can relate. His sense of comedic timing is impeccable. He also was gracious and posed for pictures.

The performers truly bring out some of the best words and concepts as written by Mr. Mayer, that is present in today’s productions.

Crossword puzzles, metaphors, true humor and pathos abound. New York Times puzzle editor Will Shortz and the great Eva Marie Saint are cited, as the beautiful verbal volley of the characters, like the BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) train they occupy, rolls on inexorably to its destination.

Major kudos go out to director Evelyn Rudie for “conducting” the great “ride.”

No real details concerning the story needed save this one. In the progression of talk between the characters a choice of “or not,” concerning certain events is given.

As far as seeing this play, it is my strong opinion an “or not” is out of the question. I strongly suggest seeing it. It was a great experience for me.

Kip Gilman and Andrea McArdle pictured above, each give fabulous performances in “2 Across.”

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