Letters

What would you do, Peter? Think about it.
Robin K. Ricca
Lakewood

Mob Mentality
About James Mayo's "Mob Rules," in the May 7 issue: For once, thank you so much for writing about a talented group. In a time where everyone wants to be like Puffy, the Goodie Mob is definitely a wake-up call.

S. Hamilton
via the Internet

Out, Damned Spot
I've been meaning for some time to write regarding Jim Lillie's excellent critiques of our theatrical scene in Westword. Many thanks. What sparks this letter, though, is to agree with Lillie on Macbeth ("Big Mac Attack," April 9), but to take it in a slightly different direction.

The comment that the rousing verison of the play proved to be more melodramatic than tragic is certainly true. I have admired Powell's direction in other productions, particularly Racing Demon, The Dresser and The Last Yankee; his conception of Macbeth was probably good and would probably have worked, but to me, the actors were not believable. Except for McDuff and Lady McDuff, the cast was "reading" lines--yes, reading them very well, but declaiming rather than being believable. The same can be said of the movement, including the fight scenes.

Either the production was under-rehearsed (and if so, should have become better as they continued) or the direction was misconceived or not communicated.

I continue to look to Lillie for the most consistently insightful reviews in our media.

Annabel B. Clark
Littleton

Not Punny
Why does every headline have to be a pun? You've been doing this for years. Why not try something different?

Rick Stein
via the Internet

He'll Take Romance
I enjoy reading your paper weekly. It certainly entertains me. I look forward to the articles and especially your Romance-seekers. Keep up the outstanding work, and don't let the naysayers get to you!

George Hogan
via the Internet

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