4 Spotlights! Towle Theater’s production, The Spider or the Fly?, a psychological thriller by Sam Bobrick, explores the relationship between Maura (played by Mary Margaret McCormack) and Scott (played by Martin Downs) who are serving on a jury for a murder trial. They become romantically involved, but soon discover they are at odds on what they believe should be the verdict of the trial.
As this story unfolds, another couple, Jan (played by Allie Charton) and Tom (played by Jimmy Rau) reveal their relationship in the same space that parallels Maura and Scott’s relationship and is connected to the same murder case.
The plot takes the audience through many twists and turns, keeping them guessing all the way to the end. The wonderful cast does not disappoint in unraveling this web of a story.
The Spider or the Fly? is entertaining as well as thought-provoking. The play runs through May 19 at the Towle Theater, 5205 Hohman Avenue, Hammond. Tickets are $24 and can be reserved by calling 219/937-8780.