The program cover tells it all (well, nearly all). It says “1 actor, 40 roles,” and it features eight photos of the sole actor – Dennis Peters – in various stages of phone conversations.
Peters plays “Sam and everybody else” – including a wannabe actor (currently making a living as a reservations clerk), various clients who want the “best table” and other staffers like the famous chef (who rates a red phone).
It’s a 70-minute nonstop challenge for both Peters and the 70 or so characters he voices, including wannabe diners like Gwyneth Paltrow (she wants an all-vegan tasting menu).
The show is Scripps Ranch Theatre’s fabulous version of Becky Mode’s “Fully Committed,” which stars wannabe actor Peters answering the phones of a fine Manhattan eatery and being forced to deal with the picky, the weird and the just plain hungry *right now.* And even that last group knows exactly where they want to sit, don’tcha know?
This is a crazy show, but Peters is cute as can be. My advice is to get yourself up to Scripps Ranch Theatre (ha! I just typed “Scripps Rant,” which tells you maybe it’s too early for me right now, or (more likely) too hot.
Peters the current reservations clerk also has a dad who comes in and out, and now and then still tries to figure out how (or whether) he will manage to become a full-time actor.
It’s fun, funny and short. What could be better on a hot summer evening? Get yourself up there and see the show.
The details
“Fully Committed” plays through Sept. 29, 2024 at Scripps Ranch Theatre, 10755-F Scripps Poway Parkway #187, on the campus of Alliant International University.
Shows Friday and Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.
Tickets: (858)395-0573 or boxoffice@scrippsranchtheatre.org
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