ABSOLUTELY BRIGHT INDEED
Available now at 92Y, here’s is a can’t-miss piece of pride — and handily one of the best solo shows I’ve seen in years: The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey. Oscar winner Lecesne’s monologue play, seen Off-Broadway and around the country, recounts the story of a small Jersey shore town as they struggle to comprehend the mysterious disappearance of a teenager. With each character portrayed by Lecesne, the play shines a light on the loss of the tenaciously optimistic and flamboyant Leonard. In honor of Pride Month, New York’s 92Y, in association with Daryl Roth and Darren Bagert, will stream a 2016 performance, which will be available for free throughout the entire month of June. The production was directed by Tony Speciale with original music by Tony-winning composer Duncan Sheik (Spring Awakening).
photo of James Lecesne by Matthew Murphy
