BSR_S10E13 - Susan McKey - Fly Me To The Moon - Hedgerow
In this episode of the Broad Street Review Podcast, host Darnelle Radford speaks with Susan McKey, a seasoned actor involved in Hedgerow Theatre's production of 'Fly Me to the Moon.' They discuss Susan's extensive experience in theater, the dynamics of the play, the challenges of rehearsals, and the themes of loneliness and connection that resonate throughout the performance. The conversation highlights the importance of humor in addressing serious topics and the audience's experience of live theater.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
02:37 Susan McKey's Journey in Theater
05:10 Exploring 'Fly Me to the Moon'
07:58 Rehearsal Dynamics and Challenges
10:24 Character Dynamics and Relationships
13:01 Themes of Loneliness and Connection
15:24 The Role of Humor in Serious Topics
17:41 Audience Experience and Expectations
20:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Susan McKey and co-star Marcia Saunders star as Loretta and Francis, two cash-strapped community care workers, are on their way to another routine visit to their patient, Davey McGee, a lonely man dedicated to his newspaper, horse races, and memories of Frank Sinatra. The day takes an unexpected turn for poor Davey, as Jones spins a sharply funny tale exploring what happens when ordinary people are tempted with extraordinary (if not slightly outrageous) opportunities.
“Fly Me to the Moon is a play about making the wrong decisions and then making the right ones,” shared Gibson. “As with all good farce, Marie Jones has crafted two credible characters that we can’t help but fall in love with. While the play does speak to economic hardship and senior loneliness, what impresses me is the way Jones finds humor in their desperation. What charms me most about this play, however, is its optimism. The belief that, despite your circumstances, your life might just get better, Frank Sinatra might sing to you, or maybe your horse will finally come in.”
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