The Evening Watcher

A Center Theater Group presentation of the play in 2 functions written and carried out by Charlayne Woodard. Directed by Daniel Sullivan. With: Charlayne Woodard.Merely a couple of anecdotes into Charlayne Woodard's "The Evening Watcher," it's difficult to shake the concept you are in the existence of among the finest dramatic monologists in the usa today. It's not only the depth of her thesping abilities that will get you -- the versatile voice, committed physicalization, mobile face and absolutely winning smile -- but additionally her unflinching readiness to recount occurrences that do not always finish happily or make her look great. Superbly helmed by Daniel Sullivan and expressively designed, "The Evening Watcher" is really a cinch for more exposure, including broadcast. Woodard and also the husband she calls "Harris" do not have children. Do not want Them, either, plus they remain safe from the cajoling, pleading and denouncing of family, pals, total other people as well as celebs. Which isn't to express she's left no ripple on other individuals sands. Quite the contrary. Her interventions within the lives of her numerous nieces, nephews and godkids -- sometimes comical, sometimes terrifying -- offer the crucial, unique role of the "auntie" or friend inside a youngster's development, regardless of how absent or engaged the mother and father. Whether it requires a village to boost a young child, there need to be villagers, and Woodard is just one of individuals who step-up and really make a difference. Tal Yarden's forecasts and Geoff Korf's lighting persuasively, evocatively alter the locales to enhance Woodard's blissful storytelling.Sets, Thomas Lynch with Charlie Corcoran costumes, Jess Goldstein lighting, Geoff Korf original music and seem, Obadiah Eaves original projection design, Tal Yarden. Opened up, examined November. 20, 2011. Runs through 12 ,. 18. Running time: 2 Hrs. Contact the range newsroom at news@variety.com