A riveting production of a classic is starring at TUTA Theatre in Chicago.
"Crime and Punishment," which has been adapted by Marilyn Campbell and Curt Columbus, continues at TUTA Theatre. The play has been extended to Aug. 23.
Dostoevsky's "Crime and Punishment" tells the story of poor student Raskolnikov who ends up committing murder out of desperation and what he deals with afterward in the way of guilt and psychological torment.
Clifton Frei stars as Raskolnikov in "Crime and Punishment." Provided photo.
The 90-minute play is directed by Jacqueline Stone, who is co-artistic director of TUTA Theatre. A minimal set features dirt placed all around the stage and sheets through which audience members can see shadows. It truly sets the stage in a dramatic and almost eerie way for this intense production.
A trio of actors stars in the show. All are excellent at their craft. Starring as Raskolnikov is Clifton Frei while Felix stars as Sonia and Huy Nguyen portrays Porfiry, an inspector who drills and toys with Raskolnikov's mind. Frei and Nguyen also portray multiple characters in the show.
Huy Nguyen left, and Clifton Frei are seen in "Crime and Punishment." Provided photo
"Crime and Punishment" was performed at Writer's Theater in 2003. It's also been performed at various other theaters through the years and received much praise.
Audiences will surely be engrossed in this production.
FYI: "Crime and Punishment" continues to Aug. 23 at TUTA Theatre, 4670 N. Manor, Chicago. Tickets are pay what you choose and range from $20 and $45 to $60 and $100. Visit www.tutatheatre.org/crime-punishment.