Hamilton shows a comfort with his roles that till now has been displayed only during his dance performances. In both his roles he displays striking growth as an actor. Hilton, who has given many strong performances, here gives her best yet. She makes this character her own, wears it like a well-fitted glove. She s whimsical, self-absorbed, playful and sexy.
Mother is a quixotic, complex character.
Danny Gerstein, as the kind, humorous nurse, gives his best local dramatic performance as well. His character is desperately needed in this sea of piranhas. Gerstein is able to convey a serenity, born of worldliness without making Sammy a syrupy character. Rather, he is a necessary quiet power. As my guest points out, Cordeiro as DuBarry physically epitomizes the beautiful fairy tale bride-doll little girls covet.