Audio Theater Review: Michael Shannon in Red Orchid’s ‘Turret’

Submitted by PatrickMcD on May 18, 2024 - 11:09am

CHICAGO – When in the presence of a powerful acting force like Michael Shannon, the depth of performance is emotional and passionately essential. He co-leads with Travis A. Knight in Red Orchid Theatre’s World Premiere of Levi Holloway’s “Turret,” just extended to June 22nd at the Chopin Theatre. For tickets and info, click TURRET.

The story, written and directed by Levi Holloway, is set in a dystopian future, as two men are holed in an underground bunker, after an unnamed event has poisoned the air outside the protective room. Green (Michael Shannon) is a military officer, and Rabbit (Travis A. Knight) is an enlisted grunt who share the bunker space. The place is outfitted with electricity generation, data processing and supplies, which interests an outsider named Birdy (Lawrence Grimm). Can humanity survive in such conditions?

Red Orchid’s ’Turret’ at the Chopin Theatre Extended through June 22nd
Photo credit: RedOrchidTheatre.org

Audio Theater Review of “Turret” by Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com …

CLICK HERE for an interview with co-lead actors Michael Shannon and Travis A. Knight by Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com.

Red Orchid Theatre presents “Turret,” extended through June 22nd at the Chopin Theatre, 1543 West Division Street, Chicago. Featuring Michael Shannon, Travis A. Knight and Lawrence Grimm. Written and directed by Levi Holloway. For more information on Red Orchid, click here.