Reviewed by Amalisha HuEck
By definition Completeness (real analysis), in an informal way of describing a metric space X that has no "missing points". For example, any sequence of real numbers will converge to some limit that is also a real number. So, the space of real numbers becomes complete. Every metric space has a completion.
Dennis Mashevsky's premiere of Completeness by Itamar Moses at Los Angeles' brand new Eastwood Performing Arts Center, is a connection of a computer scientist and a molecular biologist. A whirlpool of love and science brings a problem no algorithm can solve - getting away from completeness and having the leaps of faith in a new relationship. For two hyper-intelligent scientists, this doesn't come easily.
Even though they want to know everything about each other and, as they spend time together, it seems they know less about each other. Masterfully directed by Angela. M. Bruning, this beautiful spacious theatre offers a play that is highly recommended to see.
'The play follows graduate students Elliot and Molly, a computer scientist and a molecular biologist, who harshly disentangle themselves from their situationships and attempt to orient toward each other instead. Elliot is working on the Traveling Salesman Problem, a famous computer science problem that tackles the most effective way to find the shortest possible distance between any number of points before returning home. Molly is working on protein-protein interactions to discover how and why cells heal - or stop healing. After Elliot and Molly leave a nerdy meet-cute in a computer lab with a plan to see each other again, Elliot goes to work writing Molly a useful program that helps her interpret her scientific data better. When they meet, the disguise of education melts away and they fall for each other. But as the relationship grows more serious, Elliot's struggle with commitment and Molly's pain from past heartache brings their relationship into question.'
Dennis Mashevsky, stars as Elliot, and is also the Producer of this production. Sarah Sawyer (Molly), Rachel Zapata (Lauren/Nell) and Ron Laskowski (Don/Franklin). scenes are potent with incredibly challenging dialogue. With their timely quick responses, they execute their tasks beautifully, bringing those words to life with a strong connection to who they are. Outstanding work everyone!
The team players are, Lana Dvorak and Anj Sheen (Set Designers), Scarlett Dyer (Costume Design), Jacob Nguyen (Lighting Design), Javier Busquet (Sound Design), Emilia Ray (Intimacy Director), Fiona Farris (Stage Manager), SANDRA KUKER PR (Sandra Kuker-Franco) is the publicist, Photography is done by H.R. Kean, Poster and Web Graphic Designer is Todd Smailes, Building Manager of Eastwood Performing Arts Center is Calvin Picou. The lighting was done in an interesting way. The play of the shadows on the floor is very visual, especially at the opening.
The theatre has a great deal of potential. So much can be done on this beautifully large stage. I can see huge productions being produced here. The seats are very comfortable, positioned so everyone can see well. Even the gentleman at the box office was warm and inviting. Other than theatre production in this 99-seat space, this new gem in Hollywood can be used for film screenings, dance performances, classes, events and more. I look forward their future productions.
Eastwood Performing Arts Center is located at 1089 N Oxford Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029 (close to intersection of Western Ave & Santa Monica Blvd).
Showtimes are on September 20, 21, 26, 27, 28 at 8 p.m., Sunday, September 22, at 2:00 p.m.
Ticket Purchases: General Admission $20
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