To experience Any1Man...
...is to step inside the minds of its five characters—the weak willed Adam who succumbs to woman’s temptation leading to his damnation by God; Berated by his mother, Willie is a victim of his mother’s resentment born out of his resemblance to his father; the artistic Wesley cast aside by his parents for his brazen homosexuality; Man-Tan’s ostentatious appearance reveals his loose grip on reality; and Bishop the educated vagrant who flirts with schizophrenia and is subject to judgment from passersby— as George A. Peters, II walks the audience through a particular moment in each character’s life while attempting to explore the question of manhood. Peters effortlessly blurs the lines of each character in this one man show, while seamlessly weaving in and out of each of their thoughts, dreams, and frustrations proving that although each man is unique, he still shares a common thread that binds him to the next man. Each character builds upon the previous one tracking the progression of man through different stages in life and time. Aptly titled, Any1Man balances the mirror before our very eyes simultaneously offering an introspective look at one man’s soul and insight into the collective psyche of a people. –Rozalynn S. Frazier
Comments
Dear Mr. Peters II
I was in attendance on August 7th at Tribeca. Your solo performance fully engaged my attention. The monologues were narratives of a cultural reality.
Your dramtic persona had a passion, a depth of appropriate emotion relevant to the expressed words. Your presentation was vibrant; it made me feel like I was sharing your experience.
The order of the monologues ie creation, parents, personal growth, self doubts, exterior artistic activities and accomplishments with interior feelings of unfulfillment, self doubs, etc., resulting in a total chaotic life yet with keen intellect and insight in combination with an organized thought process-----ALL portrayed with dramatic presentations. The intensity of your expressed feelings were revealing and explosive.
My prayers and you will "Be discovered" and continue to develop this great gift and receive opportunities for performances with well deserved recognition and acclaim. You are a Gifted Thespian and you are engaged in perfecting this craft.
I enjoy good theatre and you provided that last night.
I pray that you will use God's Grace in your pursuit of BECOMING a great actor.
Rev. Mildred Skerrett Keeys, Ph.D
Posted by: Rita D Jones | August 8, 2007 01:22 PM
George, You have such a profound stance on the real world. God has truly given you a vision, and after seeing your proformance for the 2nd time, This was the best. Truly I can see your name becoming a household name. I pray for your continued success.
Love You Man
Linda White
Posted by: Linda White | August 16, 2007 09:54 AM