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Sean Hayes Stars in Thrilling New Play
13 Feb
Summary
- Playwright David Cale returns with his second one-person thriller.
- Sean Hayes plays a writer named Elliott with severe writer's block.
- The play explores themes of unreliable narration and the creative mind.
Playwright David Cale, known for "Harry Clarke," has returned with "The Unknown," a new one-person thriller starring Sean Hayes. The play premiered on Thursday at Studio Seaview.
Hayes stars as Elliott, a writer experiencing significant writer's block. The narrative begins when Elliott accepts an invitation to stay at a married couple's country home, where he soon becomes a target of a stalker. His unease follows him back to New York, leading to an unexpected encounter.
The play's suspense escalates with encounters involving the stalker and his twin brother. A pivotal moment occurs when Elliott confesses his deep feelings for his straight friend, Larry, adding a layer of psychological complexity.
Under Leigh Silverman's direction, with support from Cha See's lighting and Caroline Eng's sound design, Hayes delivers a powerful performance. He seamlessly shifts between at least a dozen characters, including the narrator, Elliott. Cale's storytelling offers insights into the workings of the creative mind and the writing process.
