Terry L. Mayo

George W. Manus Jr. continued his edgy, provocative ways in November at Out Front on Main, with David Rabe’s “In the Boom Boom Room,” a hauntingly deepthought tale about the life of a go-go dancer in limbo with her life.

Chrissy (Megan Blevins) is obviously confused about not only where her future is leading her, but why the road is a winding circle of misfortunes. It also becomes evident that her relationship with her parents has propelled her into this happenstance, which includes her affairs with both men and women.

I can think of no other actor in our town who could have portrayed this tantalizing young dancer better than Miss Blevins. She was simply amazing and it was obvious she poured the hapless soul, Chrissy into her heart in order to bring her to light on the stage.

The outstanding cast of actors included Bill Stewart as father Harold, Sienna Holl as her mother Helen, Peter Hawkins as her on-again/off- again male interest Eric, friends Al and Ralphie, played by Hudson Wilkins and Zach Parker, and the other go-go girls (portrayed by Molly Breen, Tia Green and Calli Foster). Each played their part in the dark, gritty spotlight as only Director Manus could have visualized it. A very well done piece of work on the Out Front on Main stage, the lighting, music and set were very befitting and blended oh so well with what Mr. Manus conceived.

It was great to see a packed house the night I was at Out Front. Playing to a packed theater for all 11 performances is a thrilling experience, and the shows at this theater are bringing in the MTSU students in abundance. Good to see.

The multi-talented Murfreesboro home-boy now Big Apple show-star Brandon Gwinn is back on the stage at Out Front for a four-night encore Dec. 16–19. His previous two-night show back in summer was standing room only. I would definitely call for tickets as soon as possible. This showman is wowing audiences all over New York for good reason. Welcome back and welcome home Brandon! Call (615) 869-8617 for reservations.