There he is beset by friends and enemies who make inordinate demands upon him as he struggles to determine who is honest, who is trustworthy. Unfortunately, we are as confused at times as Bobby. The playwright does not offer clear clues as to where culpability lies, nor does he spell out what motivates each character s behavior. Further confusion results from the actors themselves who rush their lines and garble critical speeches. Nonetheless, the all-male cast of four which includes Jack R. Marks, Derek Phillips, and Kevin Anton, as well as McGrail throw themselves into the story with a will.
Performances are competent, in terms of their interpersonal actions and displays of passion.
And fight scenes, under William Mierzejewski s direction, are particularly effective. Dirty Day, despite its flaws, rings with passion. And, with its bloody, violent moments, one gets an insight into a brutal world which apparently still exists in South Boston.