Describing Clyde’s, the diner, is as daunting as Clyde’s the play. Use stereotypes at your own peril. Is Clyde’s a greasy spoon? Perhaps, but its would-be chefs are aspirational.
Is Clyde’s a comedy, a drama or (God forbid) a dramedy? Perhaps, but audiences and critics agreed during its runs in New York, Chicago and L.A. that it’s a masterwork ... even a modern classic. And why not? It’s playwright is Lynn Nottage, the only woman to have won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama twice.
“It’s a testament to Lynn Nottage’s writing. I think people want to see great stories … and she’s a true storyteller,” said Chanel Bragg director of Clyde’s, opening Feb. 3 at Boise Contemporary Theater. “I’m beyond excited; and with the talent that we have surrounding us … you’re in for a treat. Yes, you’re going to laugh. It’s really, really funny. But you may find yourself crying too. And that, to me, is a great night of theater.”
Bragg joined two of her production’s co-stars, David Kepner and Shonda Royall to chat with Morning Edition host George Prentice about their love for the play, the endless layers to the story. and even a bit of Clyde’s-inspired beatboxing.
