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ButDeep Blue Soundis, in its DNA, a play of glimpses, of overlapping, unfinished melodies.
But boy, does it start out strong.
In a rush of earnest energy and expertly calibrated ensemble rhythm, they introduce themselves.
The three of us are friends, and I just split up with my husband, Chris.
If you get mixed up, let it go.
Its elegant in theory if somewhat less rewarding in practice.
Lets do a general overview of us, circle back to the whales.
Zilless islander has suggested during the preamble, and, in macrocosm,Deep Blue Sounddoes pretty much that.
As Les the wistful horse groomer, Harding gives life to some of the shows finest moments.
But not the one youve heard of.
Meanwhile, her hopeful, horse-talk-filled communications with her unseen pen pal are equal parts funny and gutting.
I get that or when Alis mother, Ella, makes an unexpected request of a new acquaintance.
Dont you have people who know you?
she says, and the wrecking ball of disappointment swings straight at Ellas chest.
Its a little scream from the center of the play.
Deep Blue Soundis at the Public Theater, presented by Clubbed Thumb, through March 29.
