Sticks of Fire: a Tampa blog

I got an email from that cool artsy theater-type himself, Mr. David Jenkins.  He was concerned that the two local daily newspapers may not be sending a reviewer to the latest Jobsite production, thereby depriving all of their readers the chance to read what’s going on (not to mention the publicity for Jobsite that comes with it).  Update:  The Tribune confirmed they will not review it.

Unfortunately, I’m going to be busy being a rock star and a dad to attend any of the performances this weekend, much less make my thoughts of it somewhat coherent.  So, I figured I would ask you great readers to do the job of the local dailies, and go see a play, and write a review for it.

Here’s the advance from the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center:

The History of the Devil

Jobsite’s 10-year anniversary production, and by all accounts the show that put Jobsite on the lips of area theatergoers. Jobsite is excited to revisit this epic courtroom drama where the Devil is up for parole that sold out every performance in 1999. The trial of the new millennium is about to begin – and you’ve been called for jury duty! Old Nick believes he’s done his time and deserves to be readmitted to heaven. History is examined (Christ’s temptation, Nazi crimes), witnesses are called (including a belligerent Dante Alighieri), and the audience is left to consider whether the Prince of Darkness has spent his time as an outcast, as a mastermind or in the service of man in this black comedy.
Contains adult language, situations and subject matter.

RUNNING TIME:  Approximate run time is two hours and 45 minutes including a 15-minute intermission.

You may also want to take a look at Jobsite’s longer description of the play.  Also, CreLo’s Leilani Polk previews the production, and from a nearby cubicle, Anthony Salveggi recommended the show.

If it sounds intriguing enough for you to consider, then please just buy the tickets and enjoy History of the Devil.

However, if you feel like doing the job of our local daily newspapers and promise to write up a small review of the play for publication on Sticks of Fire, use the CONTACT FORM to send me your phone number, and I’ll make sure you get hooked up (aka FREE TIX) for the showing of your choice.

And yeah, both David and I want you to give your honest thoughts on the show.